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Old 09-09-2019, 08:57 PM   #1
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What size Nut?

What is the size nut that goes on the end of e-brake front cable ( see picture ). the other end goes top the e brake pedal inside the cab. also is metric or standard?
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Old 09-09-2019, 11:09 PM   #2
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What is the size nut that goes on the end of e-brake front cable ( see picture ). the other end goes top the e brake pedal inside the cab. also is metric or standard?
On my 82 truck, it's a 5/16-18 nut (has a 1/2" hex head). I doubt it's metric on a 78 frame. If it is metric (possibly in 87), it's probably 8-1.25 mm coarse threads.

I suggest you get a few of the most common bolts, nuts, and washers for your garage, such as 5/16-18 and 3/8-16 threads, also known as 5/16 NC and 3/8 NC (national coarse) threads. Most old truck guys have cabinet drawers full of them, along with 1/4" hardware, and a variety of washers and lock nuts. Under the hood, many of the body fasteners are 8-1.25 mm.
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Old 09-10-2019, 10:13 PM   #3
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Thanks MikeB, I made a list of nuts and bolts lock washers for supply. Thanks Again John
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