1984 4x4 King Cab 720 parking brake cable routing

[dustinsandwich]

Hey guys,

 

Next up on the docket for my 720 is getting the parking brake in order. I have the correct rear cables, but I'm completely new to the set up. Any tips on the routing and installation, or anything I should know of or be prepared for before I jack up the truck?

[ggzilla]

Take multiple photos of the old parking brake wires and connections before you start disassembly of the old parts

[ggzilla]

Since you'll have the parking brake in the off position to facilitate replacement, block both front tires with a 2x4 before and after the tires. Then you can safely jack up the rear. With a 4x4 you don't even need to jack it up, if you don't mind sliding under the truck on a large piece of cardboard

1 hour ago, dustinsandwich said:

anything I should know of or be prepared for before I jack up the truck?

[dustinsandwich]

8 hours ago, ggzilla said:

Take multiple photos of the old parking brake wires and connections before you start disassembly of the old parts

Unfortunately the previous owner already removed them. 

 

I was planning on jacking it up and using stands so I can do the tranny oil and address a few cut wires for the back up lights while I'm down there. I'm very careful about safely lifting cars, I'm not getting a crushed ribcage for an oil change. Thanks for the advice!