Im in the process of swapping in a 14 bolt on my TJ (manual trans). I have limited experience and this is the biggest job i have done so far. I was going to use Cadillac Eldorado disk brakes because i could retain the e-brake but they are about $120 EACH with the core charge and the chevy k20 disks are only $40. THat is a HUGE difference that i am not willing to pay. Anyways i am trying to figure a solution to still have a ebrake for while im parked on hills and what not. One suggestion that i like is to use a line lock. Would this still work while the jeep is off and just sitting on a hill over night. Are they made to be used for long periods of time. Any suggestions on solutions are appreciated.
THanks,
Ryan

2 types of line locks, electric & hydraulic

Electric is good for short periods of time. If you are going to use it as a parking brake get a hydraulic one. Many different brands out there.

I have used both styles. Hurst roll control electric, and a Mico Lock hydraulic...happy with the performance of both

you can get all the parts to do line locks for really cheap from any sand rail supplier. or on here im sure

I wouldn't want to count on overnight parking on a linelock. It only takes one time to get run over or pulling the rig out of a canyon. been there done that.:homer:

If you are mainly looking for a parking brake system for a new axle, try this. (http://www.4xshaft.com/Brake_Rotor_Kit.html) I have one and it's great.

you could build something like this, uses the factory ebrake cable to activate it,works like a cutting brake.
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l116/ceoffroad/rhonds_camra214.jpg

you could build something like this, uses the factory ebrake cable to activate it,works like a cutting brake.
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l116/ceoffroad/rhonds_camra214.jpg

That's pretty cool. Do you have any type of write up on that?

you could build something like this, uses the factory ebrake cable to activate it,works like a cutting brake.
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l116/ceoffroad/rhonds_camra214.jpg

looks pretty simple, neat.

as for where to get line locks?? i know summit racing has them. ive noticed when ever i look at thoes railers or dune shops they charge too much.... maybe just my experiences

Well I will probably get flamed for this but I have been running a regular ball valve for a parking brake for years. I just ran the rear brake line into the cab and attached it to a ball valve then back out to the rear brakes. Just push down on the brakes then hit the valve. It keeps the pressure on the rear brakes. It works. I even use it when trailering the Jeep. Would I trust it overnight on a steep slop? NO!!! I do not think I would trust any brake either though.
THIS IS JUST A PARKING BRAKE NOT A E BRAKE!!!!

I don't have a write up myself but I am sure there's one somewhere, if I come a cross it I'll post it up. I have made a few of them.
The nice thing about this set up is it acts and feels like a normal parking brake, fools the inspectors....

SOMEBODY please post a write up on that. It looks great. I get the concept but I dont even know what those parts are called in order to build one.

i found one...http://www.cj-8.com/forum/showthread.php?p=142003#post142003

The link to the supplier in that article is 404'd :(

do all lower case .....

www.ceoffroad.com Bingo

Thats sounds like a great idea and it will actually be cheaper. Thanks for the help