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WB72 · 10-09-2018, 05:22 PM

I am looking for a Parking Brake strut for my rebuild of my drum brakes.

Napa was not able to help me, Rock Auto doesn't have a listing as far as I can tell.

Does anyone have a part number to order one?

Thanks to RSLAUGHTER for uploading this picture for me to use.

**LockDoc** · 10-09-2018, 07:05 PM

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You can't post a "Want To Buy" unless you are a Premium member. If you click on the word "subscribe" in the menu bar above it will explain the different membership options. Once you are a premium member you can post a WTB on the 67-72 parts board. If you go check out the 67-72 parts board and happen to see one for sale you can buy it, you just can't post a WTB. I did a soft edit on your post.

EDIT: I don't normally suggest this but you might try LMC and search for part # 34-4682.

Thanks,
LockDoc

**AussieinNC** · 10-09-2018, 07:34 PM

Hey Doc...you gettin soft?

Ya normally put em out to crash and burn!

Have a good one mate!

**LockDoc** · 10-09-2018, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AussieinNC

Hey Doc...you gettin soft?

Ya normally put em out to crash and burn!

Have a good one mate!

It's been a good day....

LockDoc

**Steeveedee** · 10-09-2018, 08:58 PM

Besides which, it looks to me like he's just looking for information...not asking for someone to sell them to him.

**LockDoc** · 10-10-2018, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steeveedee

Besides which, it looks to me like he's just looking for information...not asking for someone to sell them to him.

That's because I removed the WTB sentence, hence my "soft edit" statement, and the notice at the bottom of his post that I edited it..

Just trying to do my job as a moderator to the best of my ability folks....

Thanks,
LockDoc

rpmerf · 10-10-2018, 10:27 AM

What year, model, front or rear, drum size?

**Steeveedee** · 10-10-2018, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

That's because I removed the WTB sentence, hence my "soft edit" statement, and the notice at the bottom of his post that I edited it..

Just trying to do my job as a moderator to the best of my ability folks....

Thanks,
LockDoc

oops.

[closes pie hole]

rpmerf · 10-10-2018, 10:35 AM

Found one. Looked for my vehicle 70 C20. Might be able to

Rock Auto search:
https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...ke+strut,10715

Rock Auto product page:
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...031690&jsn=573

Dorman Product Page:
https://www.dormanproducts.com/p-1830-21149.aspx

Some vehicles it claims it works for left and right, but for our vehicles it says it is left side only.

EDIT
Looks like this gives you another search term also: Brake Bar Lever

WB72 · 10-10-2018, 10:48 AM

Sorry for the up rise for the post.

I do want to buy, but not necessarily from members, just looking for information on where Id be able to find one.

Truck info is a 72 C10 with a 12 bolt rear end 2" Shoes. I will check the links supplied, Thank you.

WB72 · 10-10-2018, 12:15 PM

I noticed in all these links that they are only for c-20s, do they not use them for a c-10 as well?

**Ironangel** · 10-10-2018, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WB72

I noticed in all these links that they are only for c-20s, do they not use them for a c-10 as well?

The C/10's do have the parking brake strut. The wheel cylinder links, or pins can be difficult to find, NAPA has them but for what they're charging for just one pin I was able to buy a bag of 8 for the same price! Heres the NAPA link, I cant find the Dorman part number for the bag of 8...? https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/UBP80459

firedemon · 10-10-2018, 10:33 PM

check square body if the drums are the same size theirs should work

Asshat · 05-17-2021, 01:06 AM

I’m installing an ebrake setup on my 63 C20; I have an 8 lug rear end from an 83 pickup.
Hoping that diagram will help me identify what I need to purchase. I don’t think I have all those ebrake parts in there.

saxart · 05-17-2021, 10:24 PM

It's been a number of years since I did up my brakes, but check Dorman part # 21152.

Here is the link when I asked this same question. Check out post #5 in the thread. His link is dead, but I believe that's the part number I ended up using.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708662

Asshat · 05-24-2021, 10:19 PM

I have this part, #21152 and it is too short.
My brakes are 13” width is 2.5”.

I don’t think it’s the right one.
RockAuto shows this number for 13” brakes, but I don’t think it’s going to work.
Posted via Mobile Device

If you look at the pic, it barely fits in the slots without falling out.

Asshat · 05-24-2021, 11:49 PM

I think I may need this part.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ACDelco-179....m46890.l49286

Asshat · 05-25-2021, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asshat

I think I may need this part.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ACDelco-179....m46890.l49286

Not sure if it is correct for the rear end.

Asshat · 05-25-2021, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Asshat

Not sure if it is correct for the rear end.

Has anyone used a part like this on 80s trucks?
It looks correct, since it has the notch to catch the brake cable.

**70STOVEBOLT** · 05-25-2021, 09:33 PM

Dornan 21149 should be correct

**70STOVEBOLT** · 05-25-2021, 09:35 PM

Pic. I haven't tried it but there was a thread I found a couple years ago about this and someone had used this part and it worked

Asshat · 05-25-2021, 09:43 PM

I don’t think I have the right setup. If I want to run a parking brake cable, I still have to put that part in, the one I mentioned above.

Now, I’m thinking a conversion to discs might be better.
https://lugnut4x4.com/product/14-bolt-semi-float/

Pretty sure I have a semi float, 8 lug, 14 bolt rear end.

I think I can even buy just the bracket for the caliper, then buy stock rotors and calipers for 73+ Chevy trucks.
https://www.skysoffroaddesign.com/products/corp-dbb-14b

10-09-2018, 05:22 PM	#1
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut I am looking for a Parking Brake strut for my rebuild of my drum brakes. Napa was not able to help me, Rock Auto doesn't have a listing as far as I can tell. Does anyone have a part number to order one? Thanks to RSLAUGHTER for uploading this picture for me to use. Attached Images __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA Last edited by LockDoc; 10-09-2018 at 07:06 PM. Reason: remove WTB

10-09-2018, 07:34 PM	#3
AussieinNC Moderator Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 2,155	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Hey Doc...you gettin soft? Ya normally put em out to crash and burn! Have a good one mate! __________________ Family and country before all others... 2006 Chevy Silverado (Daily Driver) 2012 Chevy Equinox

10-10-2018, 10:27 AM	#7
rpmerf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Parkville, MD Posts: 1,024	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut What year, model, front or rear, drum size? __________________ 1970 C20 Custom Camper - 350, TH350 1997 GMC Suburban 1994 Acura Integra GSR 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

10-10-2018, 10:35 AM	#9
rpmerf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Parkville, MD Posts: 1,024	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Found one. Looked for my vehicle 70 C20. Might be able to Rock Auto search: https://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/...ke+strut,10715 Rock Auto product page: https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...031690&jsn=573 Dorman Product Page: https://www.dormanproducts.com/p-1830-21149.aspx Some vehicles it claims it works for left and right, but for our vehicles it says it is left side only. EDIT Looks like this gives you another search term also: Brake Bar Lever __________________ 1970 C20 Custom Camper - 350, TH350 1997 GMC Suburban 1994 Acura Integra GSR 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z Last edited by rpmerf; 10-10-2018 at 10:40 AM.

10-10-2018, 10:48 AM	#10
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Sorry for the up rise for the post. I do want to buy, but not necessarily from members, just looking for information on where Id be able to find one. Truck info is a 72 C10 with a 12 bolt rear end 2" Shoes. I will check the links supplied, Thank you. __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA

10-09-2018, 07:05 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,329	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut - You can't post a "Want To Buy" unless you are a Premium member. If you click on the word "subscribe" in the menu bar above it will explain the different membership options. Once you are a premium member you can post a WTB on the 67-72 parts board. If you go check out the 67-72 parts board and happen to see one for sale you can buy it, you just can't post a WTB. I did a soft edit on your post. EDIT: I don't normally suggest this but you might try LMC and search for part # 34-4682. Thanks, LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 10-09-2018 at 07:21 PM.

10-09-2018, 08:58 PM	#5
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,087	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Besides which, it looks to me like he's just looking for information...not asking for someone to sell them to him. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

10-10-2018, 12:15 PM	#11
WB72 Before and After Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Leduc, Alberta CANADA Posts: 632	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut I noticed in all these links that they are only for c-20s, do they not use them for a c-10 as well? __________________ Not Grandpa's C-20 anymore... 383 Stroker 425HP, 485Ft/Lbs Lowered 3.5" Front / 5" Rear 66,000 miles. Alberta, CANADA

10-10-2018, 10:33 PM	#13
firedemon Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: @ Posts: 890	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut check square body if the drums are the same size theirs should work

05-17-2021, 01:06 AM	#14
Asshat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Orange County CA Posts: 1,259	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut I’m installing an ebrake setup on my 63 C20; I have an 8 lug rear end from an 83 pickup. Hoping that diagram will help me identify what I need to purchase. I don’t think I have all those ebrake parts in there. __________________ 1963 C20, small window, long bed 292, 4-speed

05-17-2021, 10:24 PM	#15
saxart Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: St. Croix River Valley, WI Posts: 795	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut It's been a number of years since I did up my brakes, but check Dorman part # 21152. Here is the link when I asked this same question. Check out post #5 in the thread. His link is dead, but I believe that's the part number I ended up using. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708662 __________________ Meet "Old Roy": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707801

05-24-2021, 10:19 PM	#16
Asshat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Orange County CA Posts: 1,259	I have this part, #21152 and it is too short. My brakes are 13” width is 2.5”. I don’t think it’s the right one. RockAuto shows this number for 13” brakes, but I don’t think it’s going to work. Posted via Mobile Device If you look at the pic, it barely fits in the slots without falling out. Attached Images

05-24-2021, 11:49 PM	#17
Asshat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Orange County CA Posts: 1,259	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut I think I may need this part. https://www.ebay.com/itm/ACDelco-179....m46890.l49286 __________________ 1963 C20, small window, long bed 292, 4-speed

05-25-2021, 09:33 PM	#20
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,210	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Dornan 21149 should be correct __________________ 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 Power windows Power Locks Coming soon: EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23

05-25-2021, 09:35 PM	#21
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,210	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut Pic. I haven't tried it but there was a thread I found a couple years ago about this and someone had used this part and it worked Attached Images __________________ 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 Power windows Power Locks Coming soon: EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 Last edited by 70STOVEBOLT; 05-25-2021 at 09:40 PM. Reason: More info



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05-25-2021, 09:43 PM	#22
Asshat Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: South Orange County CA Posts: 1,259	Re: Drum Brake Parking Brake Strut I don’t think I have the right setup. If I want to run a parking brake cable, I still have to put that part in, the one I mentioned above. Now, I’m thinking a conversion to discs might be better. https://lugnut4x4.com/product/14-bolt-semi-float/ Pretty sure I have a semi float, 8 lug, 14 bolt rear end. I think I can even buy just the bracket for the caliper, then buy stock rotors and calipers for 73+ Chevy trucks. https://www.skysoffroaddesign.com/products/corp-dbb-14b __________________ 1963 C20, small window, long bed 292, 4-speed

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