Project: DBL BLK ◇ by ToyRyd

x2 on this, followed @Ritchie posts for cables and ideas.

Also using this build thread as a similar idea.
https://board.marlincrawler.com/index.php?topic=100581.120

 

Here are the e-brake cables that fit my Diamond D-rotor assembly:
1. RT - Cable Assy, Parking: 46420-35773
2. LT - Cable Assy, Parking: 46430-35563
These cables are pulled together with this required bracket: 46302-60010.
I used a length of all-thread to run up to the e-brake swivel.
I made a bracket for the cable housing ends to 'plug' in to. The LT cable needs to be shortened to match the length of the RT cable where it ends after you route it in the OEM cable location.

 

I did locate a cable clamp unit that connected the shortened cable section.
I will say that the parking brakes works but it will not hold tight on an incline.
Might need some fiddling with to dial it in... I just wanted to get it together and wheel.

I have other pics if needed.

Hope this helps.

 

Do you mind posting a few more pics of how you built this? Also, how much extra did you have on the shorter parking brake cable? I only ask because the length difference between a Std cab vs Ext cab is a good 18"+ wondering if it'd be better to use (2) Longer parking brake cables vs (1) Short & (1) long.

 

They were both the same length to start with. The DS was shortened 14".
What I did was figure full droop, plumb the PS cable to said location... measure & cut the DS to match. RC, Ex cab or 4 door does not play into this. Also, the amount up/ down travel indicates the amount of the DS cable cut length. What will change is the length of the all-thread to get to the e-brake swivel.

 

Got it, makes sense now with the length now that I see what you did with the all thread. Thanks @Ritchie

 

Good stuff!! Thanks!! @Ritchie

 

As a side note:
I was told to adjust the parking brake at the backing plate, not at the swivel point where I used to adjust my OEM set-up. Not sure why but, I can say adjusting as suggested eliminates a slight squeak I used to have.
If more detailed pics are needed, let me know of specifics.

 

DROTOR disc drum are adjustable? I am considering this setup, got any picture? Is it like the FF fj80?

 

Yes, P.brake drum inside the rotor mimics a standard drum brake minus the wheel cylinder. You first make the adjustments at the star wheel with slight drag and then adjust cable(s) as needed.

 

Picked up some garage supplies today. Probably should have used a bigger truck or trailer.... but luckily home was only a few miles down the road.
16ft 2x4s !

 

Even hauling lumber that thing is a beast!

 

Thanks Craig!
Leaving was quite a few looks, couldn't tell if they liked the truck, or confused with my redneck if it fits it ships loading.

 

Hahaha been there, done that! Trips like that is the reason why I can't bob my bed, I still use mine as a truck as well! I have considered building a headache rack for mine as the cab makes all kinds of horrible noises when you have lumber resting against it.

 

Amen , could never bob it. It's just enough room including the toolbox for most hauling jobs. A nice temporary rack would be perfect for these 1 off jobs.

 

Drywall is the worst, I really need to build that rack!! I accidently bought a 12ft sheet, it's amazing how much drywall will flap and not break, I was getting like over a foot of flex up and down
This was a trim run LOL

 

Been working on turning my old barn garage, into a much better work space.

Picked up a welding table, vise, got some C25 and finally knocked out a quick project building a spare square tube driveshaft. Bonus points as itll work with the front or rear.



Down side....looks like I found a rust hole underneath the bed in the wheel well. Seems to be a common spot....off to the junkyard to skin a good bed.

 

I have like 3 rust holes I fiberglassed over before I knew how to weld, tons of drilled holes that have now changed, and a bashed/cut corner to fit the old gas/water carrier lol. I just want a whole new clean bed to start from scratch with at this point

 

Took a drive down to VA, who knew the axle seals in the rear decided to fail and blow oil everywhere. Had plenty to fill back up but pinion bearing bit the dust...

ECGS wanted $800 to swap out the Pinion and Carrier bearing, so for that much, I'm buying all the tools todo it myself.


And got an Uber home, and came across the tow truck bringing it home...

 

Ooof not a fan. Hopefully we can get out together this summer dude. Need some wheeling even if it's Rausch.