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**a Good Man** · 12-25-2024, 02:42 PM

Hi All

I Have a Problem With Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers . Are there any solutions and ways to solve this problem?

**907burb** · 12-25-2024, 02:59 PM

You could install the hand brake from a 67-68 truck.

**1970cstblazer** · 12-25-2024, 03:10 PM

You might be able to bend the parking brake pedal to clear the speaker housing.

**a Good Man** · 12-25-2024, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 907burb

You could install the hand brake from a 67-68 truck.

I don't think this is a good solution. I'm thinking about this bend.

**dmjlambert** · 12-25-2024, 03:22 PM

That looks interesting. Could you show more pictures and from different angles?

**1970cstblazer** · 12-25-2024, 03:22 PM

That looks good.

**a Good Man** · 12-25-2024, 03:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dmjlambert

That looks interesting. Could you show more pictures and from different angles?

Definitely

**dmjlambert** · 12-25-2024, 04:45 PM

I think the bend you are thinking about would work as a solution. It will be interesting to see pictures of the completed bend/weld installed. You may need to also move the low/high beam stomp switch.

custom10nut · 12-25-2024, 10:28 PM

I considered putting the Kick Panel speakers in my truck, until I came to the same realization, the Park brake pedal won’t clear it.
I can’t remember if the Dimmer switch was going to be an issue also.
Reconfiguring the pedal lever would put the pedal four inches to the right, and look kinda awkward.
Leverage and strength of the lever would also come into play.
As someone said, putting a pull lever from a 67/68 would work for you with no issues.

**Palf70Step** · 12-26-2024, 08:37 AM

I ended up doing this. I cut the emergency break pedal and pad. I used black RTV on the pad to hold it in place. I shifted the dimmer switch up and out a hair to have access to it. I have size 14 feet and pretty long legs so this gave me room to maneuver my body parts around well.

Your speakers are much deeper than mine so this may not work as well. I like you idea, but if your truck is manual it may make it awkard for using clucth or at least very tight on foot room. You will also probably need to shift the dimmer switch out more either way

**a Good Man** · 12-26-2024, 09:47 AM

I really appreciate your nice responses and all the solutions. I think bending is the best solution.

**BIG ORANGE** · 12-26-2024, 02:20 PM

Who sells the best abs kick panel for speakers? I see mixed or bad reviews online on most I've looked at. Where are yall buying yours?
Thanks

**70STOVEBOLT** · 12-26-2024, 02:23 PM

I have them in my truck and they clear just fine. I would venture a guess that it depends on the brand of speakers. The ones in the OP's pics look like they have thick grille on them. Mine are Kicker brand. I can get a pic after work if anyone wants to see, just post and let me know.

Edit: I looked at mine again and I have to slightly push the pedal to the right to clear them. If pushed straight down it would just catch the grille on the speaker. IDK what brand kick panels I have, my wife bought them for me for Christmas several years ago. Seems like they were Custom Autosound though.

**a Good Man** · 12-26-2024, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIG ORANGE

Who sells the best abs kick panel for speakers? I see mixed or bad reviews online on most I've looked at. Where are yall buying yours?
Thanks

I follow this account on Instagram. Their work is great. They seem professional. I haven't dealt with them but you can contact them.

HalfBrit · 12-26-2024, 05:46 PM

Always wondered about the parking brake interference. There are plenty of modern, high quality, shallow mount speakers available today. I wonder if any company has a newer kick panel design to take advantage of this?

**a Good Man** · 01-01-2025, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by 70STOVEBOLT

I have them in my truck and they clear just fine. I would venture a guess that it depends on the brand of speakers. The ones in the OP's pics look like they have thick grille on them. Mine are Kicker brand. I can get a pic after work if anyone wants to see, just post and let me know.

Edit: I looked at mine again and I have to slightly push the pedal to the right to clear them. If pushed straight down it would just catch the grille on the speaker. IDK what brand kick panels I have, my wife bought them for me for Christmas several years ago. Seems like they were Custom Autosound though.

I will work on it soon and let you know the results.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 01-01-2025, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by HalfBrit

Always wondered about the parking brake interference. There are plenty of modern, high quality, shallow mount speakers available today. I wonder if any company has a newer kick panel design to take advantage of this?

Pondering the same thing, That enclosure is so deep it's kinda silly, and bending the e brake that far seems like it'd be awful close to the brake pedal.

Maybe swap in a manual trans pedal to maintain more separation if you end up using that bend?

12-25-2024, 02:42 PM	#1
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12-25-2024, 02:59 PM	#2
907burb Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 200	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers You could install the hand brake from a 67-68 truck.

12-25-2024, 03:10 PM	#3
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,865	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers You might be able to bend the parking brake pedal to clear the speaker housing. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

12-25-2024, 03:22 PM	#5
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,887	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers That looks interesting. Could you show more pictures and from different angles?

12-25-2024, 03:22 PM	#6
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,865	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers That looks good. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Medium Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 45k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 62k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

12-25-2024, 04:45 PM	#8
dmjlambert Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 3,887	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers I think the bend you are thinking about would work as a solution. It will be interesting to see pictures of the completed bend/weld installed. You may need to also move the low/high beam stomp switch.

12-25-2024, 10:28 PM	#9
custom10nut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: East Tn (In the heart of the Smoky Mtns) Posts: 1,891	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers I considered putting the Kick Panel speakers in my truck, until I came to the same realization, the Park brake pedal won’t clear it. I can’t remember if the Dimmer switch was going to be an issue also. Reconfiguring the pedal lever would put the pedal four inches to the right, and look kinda awkward. Leverage and strength of the lever would also come into play. As someone said, putting a pull lever from a 67/68 would work for you with no issues.

12-26-2024, 08:37 AM	#10
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,251	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers I ended up doing this. I cut the emergency break pedal and pad. I used black RTV on the pad to hold it in place. I shifted the dimmer switch up and out a hair to have access to it. I have size 14 feet and pretty long legs so this gave me room to maneuver my body parts around well. Your speakers are much deeper than mine so this may not work as well. I like you idea, but if your truck is manual it may make it awkard for using clucth or at least very tight on foot room. You will also probably need to shift the dimmer switch out more either way Attached Images __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-26-2024, 09:47 AM	#11
a Good Man Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: FL Posts: 2,080	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers I really appreciate your nice responses and all the solutions. I think bending is the best solution. __________________ MY Facebook https://www.facebook.com/saad.alhajri.7106 ( saad_alhajri ) on Instagram

12-26-2024, 02:20 PM	#12
BIG ORANGE Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Lancaster S.C. Posts: 4,767	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers Who sells the best abs kick panel for speakers? I see mixed or bad reviews online on most I've looked at. Where are yall buying yours? Thanks __________________ Things happen for a reason!

12-26-2024, 02:23 PM	#13
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,428	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers I have them in my truck and they clear just fine. I would venture a guess that it depends on the brand of speakers. The ones in the OP's pics look like they have thick grille on them. Mine are Kicker brand. I can get a pic after work if anyone wants to see, just post and let me know. Edit: I looked at mine again and I have to slightly push the pedal to the right to clear them. If pushed straight down it would just catch the grille on the speaker. IDK what brand kick panels I have, my wife bought them for me for Christmas several years ago. Seems like they were Custom Autosound though. __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear Last edited by 70STOVEBOLT; 12-28-2024 at 11:13 AM.

12-26-2024, 05:46 PM	#15
HalfBrit Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 98	Re: Parking Brake Clearance w/ kick panel speakers Always wondered about the parking brake interference. There are plenty of modern, high quality, shallow mount speakers available today. I wonder if any company has a newer kick panel design to take advantage of this?



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