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Old 12-13-2006, 10:38 PM   #1
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E Brake Cable

Is the emergency brake cable different for short vs lwb trucks , will i need to buy a different one when i shorten my frame ? Brake lines and fuel lines along the frame will need replaced also . Just trying to have the parts ready.
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Old 12-13-2006, 10:43 PM   #2
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Re: E Brake Cable

Your cable can be shortened easily using a common crimping cable clamp. Other lines will need shortening or replacing as things get shorter...and cooler! Keep us updated as you move along.
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Old 12-14-2006, 12:30 AM   #3
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Re: E Brake Cable

Here's what the place that did my shortbed did. However, I didn't feel that was safe with a driveshaft spinning around 3500 rpms close by. Not only that, but I had other issues with 1 wheel locking up so what I did was to cut it down the center, overlap them and use 4 cable clamps on each side towards the loose ends. It's very strong and I've had NO issues with it.
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Old 12-14-2006, 01:32 AM   #4
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Re: E Brake Cable

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Who did the shortening ? Charlies ?
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Old 12-15-2006, 12:09 AM   #5
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Yes. Mighty fine job he does too!
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Old 12-15-2006, 12:19 AM   #6
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Yeah , as soon as the weather breaks i'm headed to Portland , let Charlie work his magic . If it ever stops snowing / blowing .
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