Handbrake warning light.

mk2gt40 · #1 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 06:20 AM

I`ve had to sell numerous sets of E brake pads to SPF owners who had forgotten to release their E brake.Done it myself as well. Anybody come up with a good reminder( buzzer?) that does`nt mess with the dash or is an IQ test to fit?
Ross

DougD · #2 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 06:38 AM

The best method I've found is to make a habit of fully engaging the parking brake if you use it. With it fully engaged, you can't move the car, and it makes it pretty hard to drive off with it partially on.

VintageUpgrades · #3 (**permalink**) 10-24-2008, 06:40 AM

I use a microswitch on the bottom of the handle and the red light above the ignition switch. We never use the light for the alternators (1 wire). I have one customer that needs an alarm siren on his. I have done a buzzer on the light switch though. In twilight, you can't tell if the lights in the "prince of darkness" gauges are on or off. How many times have you heard "you left your lights on".