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Brake Pedal Hitting Steering Column

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by EFranzen, Aug 5, 2023.

  1. Aug 5, 2023
    EFranzen

    EFranzen Member

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    I have a 69 CJ5 that was a basket case and having an issue with the brake pedal is hitting the steering column. The pedal also seems to be a lot lower than the clutch pedal. Not sure if the clutch is high or the brake pedal is too low.
    Any ideas?


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  2. Aug 5, 2023
    PeteL

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    Has it had an engine swap, and maybe the PO modified (bent) the brake pedal arm for clearance?
     
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  3. Aug 5, 2023
    Jw60

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    I suspect it has a clutch pedal on the brake arm.
     
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  4. Aug 5, 2023
    alpina72

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    They could have been accidentally swapped
     
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  5. Aug 5, 2023
    52M38-73CJ5

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    Bend it to clear and call it good. When the floor is in the petal bumpers will let them top out at the same height.
     
  6. Aug 6, 2023
    EFranzen

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    Thanks for the tips. I bent it to provide some clearance and will lengthen the master cylinder rod to get it even with the clutch pedal. It's been a 2 year project and getting close to the finish line.

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  7. Aug 8, 2023
    Wingnut68

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    Looks nice! I used some heat and bent mine to fit. Can anyone share pics of the bumpers?
     
  8. Aug 9, 2023
    PeteL

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  9. Aug 15, 2023
    Wingnut68

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