Posted May 31, 201311 yr comment_424573 Before media blast/epoxy primer, I tried to get the ebrake clips off but had no luck...figured I'd wait until it was blasted and on a rotisserie to pull them out. Well, that's all done and still no luck. I just can't seem to get enough of a grip on them or any sort of pivot point on a prying implement to get them out. I'm hoping that someone can give me some tips on how to get these guys out. Thanks! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 31, 201311 yr comment_424577 Vise grips to the rescue! Snatch onto the short "L" part of the clip that's sticking out, and with a small hammer on the vise grips while twisting, POP! Edited May 31, 201311 yr by zKars Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-424577 Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 31, 201311 yr Author comment_424579 I gave a very similar method a try on the bottom clip (you can see where it's been banged up a bit). I'll give it another go, but that method didn't show much success. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-424579 Share on other sites More sharing options...
May 31, 201311 yr comment_424583 Squirt a little WD40 or similar on them, allow to soak a couple of minutes. Tap the clip lightly to break any seal. Go back with the vise grips as suggested. Consider using a large flat blade screwdriver as leverage against the vise grip. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-424583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 2, 201311 yr Author comment_424711 Squirt a little WD40 or similar on them, allow to soak a couple of minutes. Tap the clip lightly to break any seal. Go back with the vise grips as suggested. Consider using a large flat blade screwdriver as leverage against the vise grip.I think the WD-40 and a sharp rap with a hammer were the trick. Also I got a smaller pry-bar which fit in there better and I was able to rock it back and forth a bit so I could get a better grip with some vice grips. All out now...thanks guys! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-424711 Share on other sites More sharing options...
June 2, 201311 yr comment_424717 I used PB Blaster, let soak, tap them back and forth. More PB Blaster, then with a full curve claw hammer, hook under the the "L" part of the clip and lever on the bracket. They will slid right off. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-424717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 7, 20204 yr comment_609798 7 year thread resurrection. I got the clips off but still can't get the cable out from the brackets. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609798 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 7, 20204 yr comment_609806 34 minutes ago, adivin said: 7 year thread resurrection. I got the clips off but still can't get the cable out from the brackets. Bigger hammer. Actually hammer and punch, from the front to rear, to dislodge the end straight backwards back through the hole it is sitting in. They are just rusted together. I’m working on this very task, except the “put it together with fresh parts” instead of the opposite that you’re doing. If you want a picture I can show you details. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609806 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 7, 20204 yr comment_609812 Spray it with PB Blaster or similar, whack away! Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609812 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 8, 20204 yr comment_609822 There is no way I can do this with the driveshaft and exhaust in place. I can't get to the square nuts or the cotter pin. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609822 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 8, 20204 yr comment_609829 Like others have said, lube it up good. I also use something like this sometimes combined with a hammer and you can feel the testosterone rise... https://www.harborfreight.com/4-piece-heavy-duty-pry-bar-set-1654.html?cid=paid_google|||1654&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=&utm_content=&gclid=CjwKCAiAqJn9BRB0EiwAJ1SztU9L5jPrSfO3cJvA_FtDIwndXrwpGGfzicMszjgfe6-80geCPv5kMhoCJYkQAvD_BwE Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609829 Share on other sites More sharing options...
November 8, 20204 yr comment_609850 I actually have this set of pry bars and it's what I used. Good call. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/46681-e-brake-cable-clip-removal/#findComment-609850 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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