BEWARE..drop kit + wide wheels may = damaged EBrake line??

[JusticePete]

Keep in mind that some aftermarket wheels using an inboard TPMS valve stem style sensor will create interference with the E-Brake cable on vehicles that have not been lowered.

[6liter]

Originally Posted by robertway

I wouldn't say that dropping the cars are a safety issue, instead it is being aware of what is impacted when wider wheels, a dropped ride, or a combination of those two are implemented. The ebrake lines are "anchored" where they are from the factory base don clearances required at stock ride height with stock wheels widths and offsets. Adjust either of those things and the factory clearance of the ebrake lines are no longer valid and need to be checked and addressed if clearance is an issue. I know the first thing that came to my mind wasn't "I better check the ebrake line after I install my wheels" and it doesn't seem it was the OP'ers either but the good thing is he was able to quickly identify the issue, raise it in the community and a bunch of other folks are checking their setup to confirm or deny clearance issues.

I would agree that doing almost anything to a car that strays from the factory specs can be deemed a "safety issue" but I wouldn't use this ebrake issue to deter folks from lowering. There hasn't been anyone with stock wheels that has chimed in yet to mention a clearance issue once they dropped, it seems to be the combo of wider wheels and dropping.

All of this is good info which helped me out a lot. Just gotta be careful choosing wide wheels.

[6liter]

Yea my zip ties are temp counter measure. I am going to the dealer tomorrow and try to do your idea. Did your dealer say anything about your car being lowered?

Originally Posted by FEN

Hey Guys,

The wheel offsets are perfect!! The Eiback & other suspension mods are also not the problem. Its a combination of factors that add up.....wheel width,suspension drop and how much slack was left in the EBrake cable from the factory.

Zip ties may work but i wanted a litlle more assurance.If you put your car in the air you can see all the clamps that Robertway spoke of(metal w/white bushing inside).You just need to start towards the front and begin sliding the cable forward until there is a good clearance at the wheel (aprox 1.5" on mine) then find a rubber fuel line with roughly the same ID as the OD of the EBrake cable.Cut a piece about 3/4" +/- long and slit it down one side.Then slide it over/around the cable just behind the white bushing/clamp (first bushing closest to wheel) and then install a small Stainless hose clamp and tighten that baby down.

My driver side cable was worn thru to the first layer of braided metal.We chose to use a hot glue to cover this small exposed area. The cable was still perfectly functional and this fix was just a preventative measure to stop corrosion,etc. So far my cables have not moved and all is good.

This is a very easy thing to overlook and im sure there are many more people that may have this problem (if they have lowered their car and installed wider wheels) and not even know it.It really shows its ugly face after the Ebrakes protective rubber coating is worn away and you make a few hard turns which allows the body to roll and thus allowing the cable to rub against the wheel....NOT a good sound....metal on metal.

BUT the good news is that this has a super easy and quick fix!!

[FEN]

Originally Posted by 6liter

Yea my zip ties are temp counter measure. I am going to the dealer tomorrow and try to do your idea. Did your dealer say anything about your car being lowered?

My dealer installed the Eibach springs. They have been great to work with. Seems like they are actually looking forward to see what i have them do next.

Its funny....I see many 2010 Camaros running around but NONE have anything done to them to set them apart from others.No mods at all. I did not want my car to blend in with the rest of the pack!! After i get a few more miles on the car and feel more comfortable with it not having any issues i will be installing a CAI and either SLP headers and full exhaust w/Loudmouth I or the Stainless Works headers and loudest setup they offer.Also thinking of a roots style blower.

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by FEN

My dealer installed the Eibach springs. They have been great to work with. Seems like they are actually looking forward to see what i have them do next.

I could use a good Chevy Dealer in Florida. Do you mind teling me who they are?

[FEN]

Originally Posted by JusticePete

I could use a good Chevy Dealer in Florida. Do you mind teling me who they are?

PM sent

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by FEN

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Thank you very much!

[6liter]

Originally Posted by FEN

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which dealer are using? I will find out today how my dealer reacts to mods.

[Easy Go]

Originally Posted by FEN

Its funny....I see many 2010 Camaros running around but NONE have anything done to them to set them apart from others.No mods at all. I did not want my car to blend in with the rest of the pack!!

The LS steel wheels makes mine stand out in a crowd! OEM 5-spoke aluminum EVERYWHERE!!!!!!!

[FEN]

Originally Posted by 6liter

Yea my zip ties are temp counter measure. I am going to the dealer tomorrow and try to do your idea. Did your dealer say anything about your car being lowered?

Hey,
How did everything go w/your dealer? Check your PM.

[2010_5thgen]

Originally Posted by JusticePete

I won't say there is a huge difference. They do feel sharper, a bit firmer. The reason I use SS lines is margin of safety under extreme load / use / abuse I heap on a car -- my best friends are my brakes. That little bit might be all I need. So SS lines are mandatory on all my cars.

so you do have the stainless steel lines on your car or you have the stock lines on still? any plans for other break upgrades or anything you see may need changed for better breaking? i saw a set of 09 cts-v rotors and calipers for sale very very cheap. i thought about using those as a "stock" upgrade".

[2SSRS@Gen5diy]

I am working on this right now, so i can fit a 12X20 rear is a lot of work , Re run the fuel line and brake lines.

[JusticePete]

Originally Posted by 2010_5thgen

so you do have the stainless steel lines on your car or you have the stock lines on still? any plans for other break upgrades or anything you see may need changed for better breaking? i saw a set of 09 cts-v rotors and calipers for sale very very cheap. i thought about using those as a "stock" upgrade".

Yes, I always run SS lines on my personal cars, but I don't want to give people the impression that SS lines are a sensational brake upgrade. They are better than OEM, especially under extreme conditions.

That said, brakes on the SS are pretty darn good from the factory. The pads are ordinary. I run Cobalt Friction pads on my Camaro. They were a SENSATIONAL upgrade with the Pedders SS lines.

[2010_5thgen]

i was thinking of going with hawk. ive heard alot of good things about them.