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E-brake cable routing at rear axle? Between Torque Rods? 700 1990

1990 740GL Regina (4,10 rear end!)

Hey, folks. I got my rear axle swapped out almost completely, but the emergency brake cable is not routed right. It's about 1/2 inch too short. I absolutely hate these things and have a bad time with them every time.

How does the cable need to be routed from the left/right junction to the body hole? Does anyone have photos? I got told to do it in a rush and forgot to snap any photos.

Also, I found an effective cleaner for the differential label! First, mild scraping with a plastic putty knife to get the 1/4 inch of oil down to a few mm. Then either Gojo type smooth (not pumice!) type hand cleaner or the Gel type engine degreaser left to sit on the car for a week or two. Then I used some soft cloth to wipe it clean, NOT swirling it because any trapped abrasives will tear up the print. A stream of water might wash off the gunk better without any scratching.








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    E-brake cable routing at rear axle? Between Torque Rods? 700 1990

    Hello, the e-brake cable runs through the subframe and is attached to it along the driver's side. It then runs between the torque rods to the "equalizing" bracket welded to the axle and then to the drum. The shorter cable also attaches and runs to the other drum.








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    E-brake cable routing at rear axle? Between Torque Rods? 700 1990

    Hi Will,

    For the gunk on labels or getting oil paint or roofing tar off things
    use WD40, a fabulous, but high priced solvent.

    Regards, Bill







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