XJ Parking Brake Conversion - Help Needed

[87MJTIM]

While I have my console and carpeting out, I was looking at converting to an XJ hand brake.  The ratchets on the foot pedal won't hold any more.

 

How can I locate the handle on the trans tunnel?  I don't see any markings for making a cut out.   With out the console installed, I don't know how far backwards/forward to position the handle.

 

Does some have a template or pointers on positioning the handle?

 

Thx

[HOrnbrod]

http://comancheclub.com/topic/38053-early-xj-hand-brake-in-mj/?hl=hand+brake

[87MJTIM]

Thx. I am not a welder, so I cannot fabricate the parts.

 

What cable can I get to replace the longer cable?

[mikekaz1]

I have a bench seat. And hate foot brakes. I was thinking possibly going retro heavy truck style and doing a side of the seat mount hand e brake. Like between seat and door. Just a though. Who knows if logistics would allow it. But thought it might be cool