I had the same issue when I bought my ‘52 3100. The cables ends were just were way too big. I ordered new cables from LMC truck and they fit perfectly.

Look at the thread I posted back in in the spring. It has lots of good information.
https://www.stovebolt.com/ubbthread...0-emergency-brake-cable.html#Post1308115


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