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Parking brake cable return spring; Repairs or purchase source
Topic Started: Aug 28 2011, 11:27 PM (567 Views)
j54mitsu
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My parking brake cable doesn't retract under its own power as I unlock the p-brake. Even if I lube it. In fact now, the metal cable part is bungling up just before the cable sheath. I think it may be because my spring is not strong enough to pull the cable through the sheath.

Is there an adjustment that can be made? Any idea where to find the appropriate spring if replacement is the best option?
Ryan in Central/Northern Virginia
1976 trans-make Mitsubishi J54: Licensed CJ-3B clone, 4DR5 4cyl 2.7L Biodiesel (isolated & heated SVO fuel system), 24V, 4spd, Dana 18 twin stick clone, Dana 25 & 44 clone 5.375 R&P, Front with Lock-Right and disc brakes, Rear 11" drum brakes, Warn lockout hubs, 12V converter for accessories, US style taillights, MB/M38 HD diff cover, Swing out tailgate, K&N air filter, Bestop Tiger Top.
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Rus Curtis
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There is an attachment bracket on the bottom side of the tub for the spring.

http://www.film.queensu.ca/CJ3B/Photos/Own.../Handbrake2.JPG

http://www.film.queensu.ca/cj3b/Tech/BrakeCable.html

Scroll down half-way for image of bracket:

http://www.film.queensu.ca/cj3b/Owners/Porfidio.html

The spring is available from vendors.
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oldtime
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No adjustment concerning retracting of the lever.
Pull the cable off - thoroughly clean - inspect - lube.
With cable removed you should have absolutely no binding of the cable inside the sheath.
You will have to find a "generic" replacement retracting spring.
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