More C1 Parking Brake

[Scott Myers]

The previous owner of my 60 completely rebuilt the rear drums from scratch
everything on it is new, however he did not install any parking brake components.
I have installed all the cables and connected them to the actuating lever that
sits aside/behind the rear shoes. Is there supposed to be a spreader bar that
connects to that actuating lever? is it supposed to have springs? what parts
am I missing (that he did not install) is there a parts list of all the pieces
I need inside the drum? The service brakes work but I am trying to complete the E-brake install.

Any help would be appreciated.

[Steve Junkersfeld]

Re: More C1 Parking Brake

Scott, Yes, there is a spreader that inserts between the actuator and the rear shoe and the spreader has a spring on one end to keep it in place. The system is very similar to all GM cars of that era. Have you looked at the ST-12? Although I don't have it in front of me, I believe it has an illustration. Steve

[Scott Myers]

Re: More C1 Parking Brake

ST-12? not sure what that is. Could you or anyone else send me a diagram
or refer me to a manual so that I may see a picture of how it goes together?

Thanks

[Steve Junkersfeld]

Re: More C1 Parking Brake

Scott, The ST-12 is the 53 through 62 Corvette service guide. It is available through NCRS and, probably, many other sources. I just looked and there isn't a real good illustration. If you can't find a Chilton's or Motor's manual from that era, let me know at my email and I will scan one for you. Steve

[Scott Myers]

Re: More C1 Parking Brake

Thanks Steve, I do have the service guide but it doesn't have a good
picture of it. I did however find one for passenger cars in general and
have ordered the parts I need.

Thanks again for the help.