handbrake mods to surf

[mudbugga]

what is the best way of changing or modifing the handbrake on a surf that has a 1uz fitted. The h/brake roller has to get removed off firewall to stop head hitting it. has anyone done something to recommend?

[SupraLux]

I haven't done it - but have considered retrofitting a ratchet one - was eyeing up the Isuzu one I have here as a possible replacement. The later surf rear drums are the modern cable ones rather than the old lever ones with a cable running between which would mean you could probably use the setup from an Isuzu relatively easily as they look similar.

Hardest part would be mounting the ratchet mechanism - maybe a slim one like Toyota Soarers have would fit to one side of the centre console?

Just ideas, but it might help...

Steve

[Mattman]

The 3L V6 surf's already have the handbrake inside the cabin.

Common mod to relocate from the engine bay to inside the cabin and drill a small hole in the floor.

Matt.

[mudbugga]

Thanks guys just found today that mechanism is inside so not a problem. Mate at work told me he had to modify his surf's h/brake but his an earlier model.