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dan42 · 01-22-2009, 08:53 PM

Well, I got these kick panels trimmed up and painted, and replaced the speakers and put it back in and the e-brake hits the speaker! Anyone have any suggestions besides hacking off the end of the ebrake handle? I should have checked first I guess but it states that these should fit for a '67-72. They don't. I found it's almost impossible to dim your lights as well. I've been trying to get a hold of custom autosound, but they aren't answering. Someone had to have installed these with too many modifications.

**70cst** · 01-22-2009, 08:57 PM

Boy...thats a bummer!

my67chevytruck · 01-22-2009, 08:58 PM

I have not looked at the ebrake mounting in awhile . Can it be shimmed on the right side or vice versa to make it horizontal to the dash?

theyammieguy · 01-22-2009, 09:48 PM

I didn't even think about the dimmer switch.

67ChevyRedneck · 01-22-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by theyammieguy

I didn't even think about the dimmer switch.

Mine has been sitting unscrewed to the floor for quite some time. If I ever get around to it, I'm going to cut out the section of floor it screws into and move it over a couple inches.

Not sure what to do about the e-brake cable, I took mine out of the truck a LONG time ago.

msgross · 01-22-2009, 09:55 PM

can the ebrake handle be bent up any?

dan42 · 01-22-2009, 10:22 PM

Bending that thing would be interesting, and I looked at shimming it - it looks to be a lot of work - does anybody know if the lever can be adjusted so that when completely off, it sits closer to the seat, so that it would clear the speaker? Right now it would only need a couple of clicks to be all the way off.

Longhorn Man · 01-22-2009, 10:31 PM

can you mount the speaker on the backside of the panel?

dan42 · 01-22-2009, 10:52 PM

I might be able to, but then I wouldn't have anything to protect it. But that's a thought. I'll have to check that. I'm a little cheesed off that the manufacturers/retailers don't say anything about possible problems in the '67's/'68's with the ebrake.

Longhorn Man · 01-22-2009, 10:57 PM

they don't mention that you can't use the E-brake on 69 - 72 either. It's not a very well thought out product. 1/2 the aftermarket accesories are like that.

theyammieguy · 01-23-2009, 07:50 AM

You would think that with the normal amount of slack in an e brake cable that a couple clicks would be off

Andy4639 · 01-23-2009, 08:07 AM

How deep is the speaker? Can you mount the speaker inside the panel and then leave the grille off? Use some light cloth to cover it.
Another is get under truck with e brake off and tighten up cable good so the brake is off when the handle is against the speaker.
Not knowing if either of these methods would work since I can't look at it but it's a starting point for you.

BB72CHEVKT · 01-23-2009, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by dan42

I might be able to, but then I wouldn't have anything to protect it. But that's a thought. I'll have to check that. I'm a little cheesed off that the manufacturers/retailers don't say anything about possible problems in the '67's/'68's with the ebrake.

I just had my vendor refund my money and they paid shipping back. They are aware of the problem they are just hoping you do not mind modifing your truck.

**leddzepp** · 01-23-2009, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

they don't mention that you can't use the E-brake on 69 - 72 either. It's not a very well thought out product. 1/2 the aftermarket accesories are like that.

You are right, it is not very well thought out. There are several different versions of these speaker panels. The crappiest ones are sold by LMC (I had to modify mine a bit with a dremel, but no big deal).

You can however use the E-brake with no problem on the 69-72's.

STOCKISH · 01-23-2009, 11:34 AM

That sucks man, good luck figuring something out.

**michael bustamante** · 01-23-2009, 12:23 PM

I got the ones from LMC too, The pass side doesnt fit very well but a demel took care of that. My E-brake handle though clears just fine (1967) but that dimmer switch is impossable to get to with work boots on. I think Ill move it to the righ a couple inches before installing the carpet and insulation padding

01-22-2009, 08:53 PM	#1
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	what do I do now? Well, I got these kick panels trimmed up and painted, and replaced the speakers and put it back in and the e-brake hits the speaker! Anyone have any suggestions besides hacking off the end of the ebrake handle? I should have checked first I guess but it states that these should fit for a '67-72. They don't. I found it's almost impossible to dim your lights as well. I've been trying to get a hold of custom autosound, but they aren't answering. Someone had to have installed these with too many modifications. Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7 Last edited by dan42; 01-22-2009 at 09:04 PM.

01-22-2009, 08:57 PM	#2
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01-22-2009, 08:58 PM	#3
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01-22-2009, 09:48 PM	#4
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01-22-2009, 09:55 PM	#6
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: what do I do now? can the ebrake handle be bent up any? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

01-22-2009, 10:22 PM	#7
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: what do I do now? Bending that thing would be interesting, and I looked at shimming it - it looks to be a lot of work - does anybody know if the lever can be adjusted so that when completely off, it sits closer to the seat, so that it would clear the speaker? Right now it would only need a couple of clicks to be all the way off. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7 Last edited by dan42; 01-22-2009 at 10:22 PM.

01-22-2009, 10:31 PM	#8
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: what do I do now? can you mount the speaker on the backside of the panel?

01-22-2009, 10:52 PM	#9
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: what do I do now? I might be able to, but then I wouldn't have anything to protect it. But that's a thought. I'll have to check that. I'm a little cheesed off that the manufacturers/retailers don't say anything about possible problems in the '67's/'68's with the ebrake. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7 Last edited by dan42; 01-22-2009 at 10:52 PM.

01-22-2009, 10:57 PM	#10
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: what do I do now? they don't mention that you can't use the E-brake on 69 - 72 either. It's not a very well thought out product. 1/2 the aftermarket accesories are like that.

01-23-2009, 07:50 AM	#11
theyammieguy accepting donations Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: houston tx Posts: 521	Re: what do I do now? You would think that with the normal amount of slack in an e brake cable that a couple clicks would be off __________________ 1999 Yamaha roadstar 1600 chop. (in progress.) See my builds here>http://s113.photobucket.com/albums/n238/nickrp_2006/ "Ya'll can go to hell, I'm going to Texas." David Crockett

01-23-2009, 08:07 AM	#12
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: what do I do now? How deep is the speaker? Can you mount the speaker inside the panel and then leave the grille off? Use some light cloth to cover it. Another is get under truck with e brake off and tighten up cable good so the brake is off when the handle is against the speaker. Not knowing if either of these methods would work since I can't look at it but it's a starting point for you. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-23-2009, 11:34 AM	#15
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: what do I do now? That sucks man, good luck figuring something out. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

01-23-2009, 12:23 PM	#16
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,832	Re: what do I do now? I got the ones from LMC too, The pass side doesnt fit very well but a demel took care of that. My E-brake handle though clears just fine (1967) but that dimmer switch is impossable to get to with work boots on. I think Ill move it to the righ a couple inches before installing the carpet and insulation padding __________________ 1967custom



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