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July 15, 2022July 15, 2022 VSericVSeric 0 Comments 5:25 pm

63-79 Parking Brake Lever

How to install a new PB lever without removing the spindle.

How it looks when installed correctly.

First, install the J hook lever through the backing plate.

The J goes into the backing plate.
Insert through with the J hook pointing up and the stud pointing down.
Insert the lever with the bend down and notch towards the spindle
Note orientation of notch on left
Next, slide on the beveled washer. The concave portion should point down. Hold on to the washer until fully assembled.
Next, slide on the retaining clip into the grove of the stud.
With a pair of long needle nose pliers, you’ll grab the stud and the outer portion of the c-clip to press it into place. It should be an obvious snap. This will be the hardest step.
Note orientation of the clip, it must point front and rear. You do not want it to point left and right. You’ll also need to crush the end of the clip to fully secure it.
With your needle nose pliers, crush the clip together to complete the assembly.
fully assembled
another fully assembled image. Move the lever front to rear to make sure it’s working properly and the clip remains.

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