1. Registration trouble? Please use the "Contact Us" link at the bottom right corner of the page and your issue will be resolved.
    Dismiss Notice

E-brake Cable Retainer Clip - 67 Cj5

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Oldpappy, Dec 5, 2021.

  1. Dec 5, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    I started to install the E-Brake handle and cable into my Jeep yesterday and realized I have lost the little odd shaped retainer clip which holds the cable inside of the barrel of the handle. I have searched all the usual sources for a replacement but have had no luck finding one.

    Anyone have an idea of where I can get this, or a suitable replacement ?
     
  2. Dec 5, 2021
    Desert Runner

    Desert Runner Member 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Hickory, Pa
    Joined:
    Sep 11, 2005
    Messages:
    806
  3. Dec 5, 2021
    Cj5dale

    Cj5dale Member 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Knoxville, Tn
    Joined:
    Aug 19, 2021
    Messages:
    573
    Here’s a pic of the one on my cj5.

    upload_2021-12-5_17-36-43.jpeg
    upload_2021-12-5_17-37-19.jpeg
     
  4. Dec 5, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    The clip Dale posted is exactly what I am looking for.

    I have already tried a brake hose retainer such as Mr Runner suggested, and it sort of works, but it isn't a tight fit.
     
  5. Dec 5, 2021
    Keys5a

    Keys5a Sponsor

    Florida Keys
    Joined:
    Jan 23, 2014
    Messages:
    4,170
    Somebody had a source for these a couple years back, maybe Walcks? I've always called these hairpin clips, but there is probable a more proper name.
    -Donny
     
  6. Dec 5, 2021
    45es

    45es Active Member 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Naches, WA
    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2007
    Messages:
    1,103
  7. Dec 5, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    They do have some that look like they would work. If I don't find a single I may order a package, I would only have 99 extras.
     
  8. Dec 5, 2021
    45es

    45es Active Member 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Naches, WA
    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2007
    Messages:
    1,103
    Picky, picky, picky, You only said you wanted a source. Think positive, it's harder to lose a hundred than just one. LOL. All kidding aside, you might try calling them and ask if they have slight style variations and don't list them or maybe, know of another vender who may have the style you want.
     
  9. Dec 5, 2021
    Buildflycrash

    Buildflycrash More or Less in Line. 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Gulf Breeze FL...
    Joined:
    Jun 5, 2007
    Messages:
    3,559
    I chopped and bent a nail for mine. Worked perfectly for a couple year until I put in a foot brake.
     
  10. Dec 7, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    I tried several sizes and styles of automotive "hairpin" clips from a variety pack I got at a FLAPS. None would work. I tried a brake hose clip like the one in the KW link, it would probably work but it is too thin and there is a good bit of play which makes me think it might not work for long.

    "TheJeepsterMan" has some clips for this. They differ from the original design but look like they should work. I ordered a few to find out.

    If these don't work I will fabricate something.
     
  11. Dec 7, 2021
    hooliganrick

    hooliganrick Sponsor

    San Diego, CA
    Joined:
    Apr 14, 2012
    Messages:
    172
    any standard clip from a tow hitch pin wil work....6 years and going strong
     
  12. Dec 7, 2021
    Cj5dale

    Cj5dale Member 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Knoxville, Tn
    Joined:
    Aug 19, 2021
    Messages:
    573
    let me know if you need better pics and/or more accurate measurements.
     
  13. Dec 8, 2021
    55_Willys_CJ5

    55_Willys_CJ5 Nephews Visit 2017 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor

    Southern California
    Joined:
    Aug 4, 2015
    Messages:
    322
    Twin2 likes this.
  14. Dec 8, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    Yes, that is it. I forgot about that site and it didn't come up in any of the searches I did.
     
  15. Dec 8, 2021
    TIm E

    TIm E Aggressively average

    NW Arkansas
    Joined:
    Mar 2, 2017
    Messages:
    683
  16. Dec 8, 2021
    Oldpappy

    Oldpappy A.C. Fults - Curmudgeon at large 2022 Sponsor

    East Tennessee
    Joined:
    Feb 8, 2021
    Messages:
    1,620
    I did look at Walcks but $9.95 plus shipping is a bit steep for a clip. The clips I ordered from TheJeepsterMan differ from original, but if they work they are only a buck and a half. I see no reason they wouldn't work, and don't care if they don't look the same. I ordered a half dozen of them.
     
  17. Dec 8, 2021
    45es

    45es Active Member 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Naches, WA
    Joined:
    Mar 31, 2007
    Messages:
    1,103
    It also appears Grainger has the clips.
     
New Posts