1972 Parking Brake Cable problems

[PartsGuy34]

Hello All! I'm a parts professional for a local auto supply chain in Cape Cod, MA. One of my customers recently purchased a 1972 C-10 long bed and he needs to replace his parking brake cables.

Every aftermarket source I've tried lists cables that end up being too short, by at least 3-4 inches, some as much as 8! Has anyone else run into this problem before, or is there an option on these trucks that perhaps none of the aftermarket manufacturers are aware of?

I've double checked that the customer's wheelbase is indeed 127" as all of the companies list. The cable that came out of the truck has the following measurements:
Overall Length: 47" (roughly... hard to measure the bends!)
Conduit Length: 36"

I'd like to find the correct parts for my customer. After all, that is my job, however it seems like every direction I take with my suppliers I hit the same wall. Any help that any of you can give is greatly appreciated!

Rick Denton
Orleans Auto Supply, Inc.
oas-o@cape.com

[Shock_Me]

Try Inlinetube.com. They have them.
Also, the type of transmission must be known before you order the cable.

[PartsGuy34]

I just tried inlinetube.com... They were able to give me measurements off of the cables they offered and they are the correct length!

Thank you very much for your suggestion. My customer will be so happy to be able to drive his truck again!

-Rick

[Zonaman]

I know your pain! I had a recent post on this. The NAPA part noted is the correct length but I'd be very carefull about anchoring it to the cab wall. If it slips you're not going to get much pull on those brakes!

[Shock_Me]

No problem PartsGuy. I've used their stuff, it fits just like original equipment.
Good luck!

[mbgmike]

I think AC DELCO still makes them