Handbrake Extension? (1 Viewer)

[Harry Man]

Morning All
Does anyone have experience of handbrake extensions or able to recommend any please?
Many thanks in anticipation!

 

[EX51SSS]

Yes, I can't remember the make now but there's loads of folk on here will tell you. I've used the handbrake extension for around 10 years and totally invaluable IMO. It just slides on the end, secures with a screw (I think) and there it is.
This is one from Kobran which mine probably is but absolutely brilliant.

 

[Harry Man]

Excellent! Thanks for that!

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[GAVLAD]

I think Kobran is the main brand which supply for hand break extenders.
If you have a Ducato, they offer two different types - for the X250 and the model prior as the hand break levers are slightly different (The shape/size of the grip) - so if you do drive a Ducato, ensure you buy the correct version.

 

[mikebeaches]

I assume they foul the swivel drivers seat when the handbrake is applied? Or not?

 

[EX51SSS]

I assume they foul the swivel drivers seat when the handbrake is applied? Or not?

On my particular one I have to move the seat backwards then turn and it just misses the handbrake but if you can take the handbrake off its easier but depending if you're chocked or not. Yes, it can make it slightly awkward but I apply my handbrake more than I do turning my seat so it still is a better option than not having one, in my case

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[Harry Man]

Thank you. We are new first time owners of an Autocruise. Husband is fine with the handbrake but I am 5 feet 2 inches and it's a major struggle!

 

[EX51SSS]

Thank you. We are new first time owners of an Autocruise. Husband is fine with the handbrake but I am 5 feet 2 inches and it's a major struggle!

It really is a brilliant piece of kit and stops you leaning too much and looking where the handbrake is. IMHO, definitely a must

 

[Boringfrog]

Mine drops down (with handbrake still applied) so you can swivel seat. It takes a bit getting used to using it too.

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[Boringfrog]

 

[Vanderek]

Mine drops down (with handbrake still applied) so you can swivel seat. It takes a bit getting used to using it too.

I too have one of these and moved from previous motorhome to my current one
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Takes a bit of getting used to but makes it so much easier for me and my wife - you have to be careful not to knock it of when getting out - when turning seat it can just touch the brake handle but allows rotation - (I dont remove the pin)

Hope this helps

 

[Puddleduck]

We had one on the last van and it was brilliant. It did not foul the swivel on the seat but I can't say if that would be true for all vans. We don't need the extender on the new van (same base vehicle but different converter).

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[NBGB]

I fitted a Konrad type to the Hymer, Fiat based. Good bit of kit. Worth noting. I found out after a period of usage the extender moved along the handbrake handle. This caused some confusion in getting the handbrake to release. Usually when the journey was not going very well! The cause of the movement was due to the screws bottoming out in the nut part, preventing adequate clamping. It was not too obvious when fitting. Shortening the screws cured the problem.

 

[pappajohn]

Thank you. We are new first time owners of an Autocruise. Husband is fine with the handbrake but I am 5 feet 2 inches and it's a major struggle!

Should be easier for you....at 5ft 2in you're closer to the lever to start with.

 

[davidbaldam]

Yes, I can't remember the make now but there's loads of folk on here will tell you. I've used the handbrake extension for around 10 years and totally invaluable IMO. It just slides on the end, secures with a screw (I think) and there it is.
This is one from Kobran which mine probably is but absolutely brilliant. View attachment 141936

That's the one we use too, SWMBO can't managed the hand break otherwise.

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[MotorhomersRus]

We used one as I'm only 5ft but ours seriously marked our swivel seat.
And once when it was knocked it released itself and the MH started moving. But other than that it did work but I manage without now !