Turning Brake Bracket, for Single Handle

OVERVIEW

When you are deep in the dunes or navigating tight, technical wooded trails, the ability to pivot your off-road machine on a dime is not just a luxury; it is a necessity. This Latest Rage Single Handle Turning Brake Bracket is the professional-grade solution for mounting your cutting brake assembly with absolute confidence. Engineered specifically for the rigors of off-road racing and recreational sand rail use, this bracket provides a rock-solid foundation that eliminates the flex and vibration often associated with inferior, home-made mounting solutions. By securing your single-handle turning brake directly to your 1-1/2 inch chassis tubing, you ensure that every ounce of leverage you apply to the handle is translated directly into hydraulic pressure at the wheels, giving you the precise control needed to conquer the most challenging terrain Appletree Auto customers face every day.

Design excellence is at the forefront of this weld-on bracket, which features a strategic offset to provide essential clearance for your shift rod. We know that in a cramped VW-based cockpit, every fraction of an inch matters. This bracket is pre-drilled to match the standard bolt patterns of the industry''s most popular single-handle cutting brakes, meaning you spend less time fabricating and more time in the driver''s seat. The raw steel construction is ready for your custom weld job, ensuring a permanent, high-strength bond to your frame. Whether you are building a fresh tube-frame sand rail or upgrading the cockpit ergonomics of your Baja Bug, this bracket represents the gold standard in functional, durable off-road hardware. It is the small details, like the precision-cut height and width, that separate a professional build from a weekend project, and this bracket delivers that professional edge every time.

FITMENT

This universal off-road component is designed for weld-on installation on various air-cooled VW based projects and custom tube chassis vehicles, including:

• Sand Rails & Dune Buggies: All models utilizing 1-1/2 inch OD (Outer Diameter) main or center console tubing.
• Baja Bugs: Custom interior builds with integrated roll cages or auxiliary shifters.
• Woods Buggies: Specifically designed for tight-clearance cockpits requiring turning brake functionality.
• Manx-Style Buggies: Fits custom tube frames and modified pans with 1.5-inch support structures.
• Chassis Compatibility: Optimized for 1.5-inch diameter tubing (Standard for most off-road frames).
• Brake Compatibility: Fits most standard CNC and Latest Rage style single-handle turning brakes.

SPECS

Below are the technical specifications for the AC798600B Turning Brake Bracket:

• Material: Heavy-duty raw steel for maximum weld penetration and strength.
• Tube Fitment: Designed for 1-1/2 inch (1.5") OD tubing.
• Bolt Pattern: 3-3/8 inches x 1-7/8 inches (Standard single handle pattern).
• Overall Height: 3 inches.
• Overall Width: 2-3/4 inches.
• Overall Length: 4-1/4 inches.
• Weight: Approximately 0.85 lbs.
• Finish: Raw steel (Requires painting or coating after welding to prevent corrosion).
• Mounting Type: Weld-on application.

PRO TIPS

Pro Tip 1: Prioritize Weld Penetration and Prep. Since this bracket is made of raw steel, it is vital to clean the mounting area on your chassis tubing thoroughly before welding. Use a flap disc or wire wheel to remove all paint, powder coating, or surface rust until you see shiny bare metal. Because turning brakes are high-leverage components, we recommend a high-quality MIG or TIG weld around the entire perimeter of the contact point to ensure the bracket never shears or bends under the heavy physical stress of emergency maneuvers.

Pro Tip 2: Ergonomic Mock-up is Key. Before you lay down your final welds, sit in your driver''s seat with your harness buckled. Place the bracket and the brake handle on the tube and test the "reach." You want to ensure that you can pull the handle to its full rearward extension without your elbow hitting your seat or the handle interfering with your steering wheel or shifter. Tacking the bracket in place first allows you to verify that the shift rod clearance is sufficient through all gear ranges (1st through 4th and Reverse) before finalizing the install.

Pro Tip 3: Protect Your Hydraulics. When welding the bracket to the frame, DO NOT have the cutting brake master cylinder bolted to the bracket. The extreme heat generated during the welding process can easily melt the internal rubber seals and O-rings of your turning brake, leading to immediate hydraulic failure. Always weld the bracket, let it cool completely to the touch, and then paint or powder coat it before installing the actual brake hardware and plumbing your lines. This ensures the longevity of both the bracket and your braking system.