63 front parking brake cable sources? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**cwcarpenter98** · 11-16-2019, 01:01 AM

So today, the front parking brake cable broke right at the handle on my 63 c10.

The 66 style system looks like a good upgrade, but I replaced the rear cables a few years ago, so I just need the front one.

I looked at inline tube, but under the 63 c10 tab, I don't see any front cables being offered. I'm currently daily driving the truck, so I would rather not have to wait for a custom made one.

Also, I looked on rockauto and found a few options, but don't know about the quality of them.

msg · 11-17-2019, 10:04 AM

I had trouble getting a parking brake cable for the rear of my 66 and found it at Advance Auto, didnt think it would work but it was perfect.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...=parking+brake

Maybe this? Get a online coupon for 25% off too and give it a shot.

**cwcarpenter98** · 11-17-2019, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msg

I had trouble getting a parking brake cable for the rear of my 66 and found it at Advance Auto, didnt think it would work but it was perfect.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...=parking+brake

Maybe this? Get a online coupon for 25% off too and give it a shot.

Thanks, I'll check it out

**Clyde65** · 11-17-2019, 09:25 PM

The aftermarket one aren’t very well made imo, I hope you can find an original.

Contact Aspen Auto in AZ

**cwcarpenter98** · 11-17-2019, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

The aftermarket one aren’t very well made imo, I hope you can find an original.

Contact Aspen Auto in AZ

Thanks for the input, I didn't think about them at first

**The Rocknrod** · 11-18-2019, 09:14 AM

I'd help but there'd probably be an argument.

msg · 11-18-2019, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

I'd help but there'd probably be an argument.

No argument from me, new to this stuff myself and I cant tell who sells the better quality aftermarket parts like this. An original would be better by comparison I would think.

**cwcarpenter98** · 11-18-2019, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

I'd help but there'd probably be an argument.

Is the 66 front cable the same as a 63?

Lugnutz65 · 11-18-2019, 09:08 PM

My 63 and my 65 have both been upgraded to the all cable system used in 1966-1972 C10 trucks. Here is my DIY and a video I made. It's been drawn to my attention that the correct name is PARK BRAKE. OK.
LINK TO DIY
LINK TO VIDEO

lownslw64 · 11-18-2019, 09:25 PM

i need to purchase rear ones for my 63 suburban. were did you buy your rear ones at?

**cwcarpenter98** · 11-18-2019, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by lownslw64

i need to purchase rear ones for my 63 suburban. were did you buy your rear ones at?

Honestly, I don't remember exactly. It might have been LMC, but I'm not confident on that. Haven't had any issues with those cables since I pulled the seized up originals out.

I'm running a factory 3 speed with overdrive trans, so clearance isn't an issue for me.

**cwcarpenter98** · 02-28-2020, 08:45 PM

Well I finally replaced the parking brake cable that snapped.
I ordered one from RockAuto along with a couple other things I needed.

The new front cable was around 15 bucks or so after shipping because it shipped with the other stuff. The length is almost spot on to the original one, but the only issues I have with it is that the attachment piece at the handle isn't wide enough and the 2 adjustment nuts at the other end are 13mm. For the price though, I can't complain too much and my parking brake works again

11-16-2019, 01:01 AM	#1
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,491	63 front parking brake cable sources? So today, the front parking brake cable broke right at the handle on my 63 c10. The 66 style system looks like a good upgrade, but I replaced the rear cables a few years ago, so I just need the front one. I looked at inline tube, but under the 63 c10 tab, I don't see any front cables being offered. I'm currently daily driving the truck, so I would rather not have to wait for a custom made one. Also, I looked on rockauto and found a few options, but don't know about the quality of them. __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

11-17-2019, 10:04 AM	#2
msg Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: GA Posts: 1,315	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? I had trouble getting a parking brake cable for the rear of my 66 and found it at Advance Auto, didnt think it would work but it was perfect. https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...=parking+brake Maybe this? Get a online coupon for 25% off too and give it a shot. __________________ Progress thread for my 66 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=623848

11-17-2019, 09:25 PM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? The aftermarket one aren’t very well made imo, I hope you can find an original. Contact Aspen Auto in AZ __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

11-18-2019, 09:14 AM	#6
The Rocknrod Moderator Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: China Spring, TX Posts: 7,280	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? I'd help but there'd probably be an argument. Attached Images __________________ Master Chief, US Navy, Retired 1964 C10 Step-side Short Bed - In Progress 2009 2500HD Duramax LTZ 1948 GMC Panel 1956 Big Window Stepside 1953 5 Window Chevy Stepside 1932 Coupe New Seat Foam for Bench Seats? Last edited by The Rocknrod; 11-18-2019 at 09:22 AM.

11-18-2019, 09:08 PM	#9
Lugnutz65 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 1,927	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? My 63 and my 65 have both been upgraded to the all cable system used in 1966-1972 C10 trucks. Here is my DIY and a video I made. It's been drawn to my attention that the correct name is PARK BRAKE. OK. LINK TO DIY LINK TO VIDEO Attached Images __________________ My 65 C10 build: www.lugnutz65chevystepside.weebly.com Want to know more about T5 transmissions? My website has a T5 Info Page and a Step by Step T5 rebuild.

11-18-2019, 09:25 PM	#10
lownslw64 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Middleton, Idaho Posts: 235	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? i need to purchase rear ones for my 63 suburban. were did you buy your rear ones at? __________________ 1963 Chevy suburban, ls1/4l60e, 3 rows, barn doors 2007 chevy 2500 hd 4x4 duramax

02-28-2020, 08:45 PM	#12
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,491	Re: 63 front parking brake cable sources? Well I finally replaced the parking brake cable that snapped. I ordered one from RockAuto along with a couple other things I needed. The new front cable was around 15 bucks or so after shipping because it shipped with the other stuff. The length is almost spot on to the original one, but the only issues I have with it is that the attachment piece at the handle isn't wide enough and the 2 adjustment nuts at the other end are 13mm. For the price though, I can't complain too much and my parking brake works again Attached Images __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

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