Release tension on parking brake cable

[TexasEd 188]

I got the spring I ordered yesterday and it isn't the spring for the lever return like I was hoping, it is much too big in diameter and too long. I'm pretty sure it is the spring that goes on the cable under the car.

 

Anyone have an idea on where to get a spring the right size for this?

[cmz69 10]

Think I found the spring I used at Ace Hardware, and use a rubber grommet. Like those used for electrical wires thru sheet metal. Just found one with ID large enough for rod to move freely. Took some finesse, while compressing spring on rod, slid grommet into place. I haven't had any problems so far, though I don't use parking brake much. Easy, cheap, and quick fix. Works for my daily driver, may not be ideal for show car.

[buening 63]

I got mine at a local hardware store too.

[TexasEd 188]

Thanks, I'll go to ACE and look this week. I've got a return to send back to CJ Pony now. I guess the "Lever return" in that spring's description refers to the pedal lever.