Emergency Brake Cable Bracket, Right Side, for Beetle 49-79

OVERVIEW

When it comes to the safety and reliability of your classic air-cooled Volkswagen, every component matters, no matter how small. This Right Side Emergency Brake Cable Bracket is a critical restoration piece designed to secure your parking brake cable firmly in place, ensuring that your mechanical leverage remains consistent every time you pull the handle. Over decades of service, original brackets are notorious for succumbing to road salt, moisture, and metal fatigue, leading to rusted-out mounting points or bent tabs that allow the cable to wander. A loose or improperly secured cable can lead to uneven brake engagement, premature cable wear, or even a total failure of the parking brake system when you need it most. By replacing your corroded hardware with this high-quality EMPI component, you are restoring the factory-spec tension and alignment necessary for a crisp, dependable emergency brake response.

Crafted to meet or exceed original equipment standards, this bracket is specifically engineered for the passenger side of your Beetle, Karmann Ghia, or Type 3. At Appletree Automotive, we understand that a true restoration is found in the details, and using the correct 113-609-638 part ensures that you won''t have to struggle with "universal" fitments that require drilling or bending. This bracket provides the essential anchor point where the emergency brake cable housing meets the backing plate area, preventing the outer sheath from moving so the inner steel cable can do its job. Whether you are performing a full pan-off restoration or simply refreshing your braking system for the next inspection, this heavy-duty steel bracket offers the durability and precision fitment that air-cooled enthusiasts demand to keep their vintage VWs safely on the road.

FITMENT

This emergency brake cable bracket is designed for the right (passenger) side and fits a wide range of air-cooled Volkswagen models including:

• Volkswagen Beetle (Standard & Super): 1949 - 1979
• Volkswagen Karmann Ghia: 1956 - 1974
• Volkswagen Type 3 (Squareback, Fastback, Notchback): 1962 - 1973
• Volkswagen Type 4 (411 & 412): 1969 - 1974
• Volkswagen Thing (Type 181): 1973 - 1974

SPECS

Detailed technical specifications for the Right Side Emergency Brake Cable Bracket:

• Part Number: 113-609-638
• Orientation: Right Side (Passenger Side)
• Material: Heavy-duty stamped steel for maximum rigidity
• Finish: Protective coating to resist corrosion and road grime
• Weight: Approximately 0.1 lbs
• Installation: Direct bolt-on replacement for factory hardware
• Sold As: Individually (Each)

PRO TIPS

1. Inspect the Left Side Simultaneously

While you are under the car replacing the right-side bracket, always take the time to inspect the left (driver) side bracket as well. These components are exposed to the same environmental conditions, and if one has rusted through or become brittle, the other is likely in similar condition. Replacing them as a pair ensures balanced tension across your emergency brake spreader bars and prevents the frustration of having to jack the car up again a few months later when the other side fails.

2. Check Cable Routing and Lubrication

Before final tightening of the new bracket, ensure that your emergency brake cable is routed smoothly through the chassis tubes without any kinks. This is the perfect time to apply a small amount of high-quality lithium grease to the section of the cable that passes through the bracket. Reducing friction at this junction not only makes the handle easier to pull but also significantly extends the lifespan of the cable by preventing the metal-on-metal sawing action that occurs during frequent use.

3. Verify Backing Plate Integrity

The bracket is only as strong as the surface it is mounted to. Before installing your new bracket, use a wire brush to clean the mounting area on the backing plate or trailing arm. If the mounting hole is wallowed out or the surrounding metal is thin from rust, the new bracket may not sit flush, which can cause the cable to bind. Use a small amount of anti-seize on the mounting hardware to ensure that future brake services remain easy and to prevent the bolt from seizing into the axle housing or backing plate assembly.