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Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 27 2018, 10:47 PM

We are looking at making an improved version of the throttle cable utilizing a thicker cable. We will be using the architectural cable we use in other applications. There has been some issue with fatigue on some of the cables currently on the market.

If there's enough interest we can easily make these with this more rugged cable.

Who's in?

Posted by: Andyrew Feb 27 2018, 11:01 PM

EVERY carbed v8 conversion could use this.. The throttle cable has to be put to such a tight angle that they snap pretty often


Sadly I am drive by wire now so I cant use this... sad.gif

Posted by: davehg Feb 27 2018, 11:03 PM

If this works on a six conversion count me in

Posted by: Chris Scott Feb 28 2018, 12:50 AM

i will take one for a stock injected car
Thanks

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 28 2018, 02:28 AM

QUOTE(davehg @ Feb 27 2018, 09:03 PM) *

If this works on a six conversion count me in

I can work with you to make one that does. Should be same cost, I'll just need to try to figure out the exact size you need.
Mark

Posted by: Mowog4 Feb 28 2018, 02:34 AM

I’ll take one

Posted by: rmdinmd Feb 28 2018, 02:42 AM

in for one smile.gif

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Feb 28 2018, 03:48 AM

Me too.

Posted by: sb914 Feb 28 2018, 06:05 AM

I'll take two for v8

Posted by: mgp4591 Feb 28 2018, 06:47 AM

I'm up for one.

Posted by: mb911 Feb 28 2018, 06:52 AM

I would be interested in 1 for a six as well.

Posted by: wndsrfr Feb 28 2018, 06:59 AM

QUOTE(mb911 @ Feb 28 2018, 04:52 AM) *

I would be interested in 1 for a six as well.

Count me in too for a /6...

Posted by: Vacca Rabite Feb 28 2018, 07:31 AM

How would this get routed? Will it use the stock route?
Does 1/8th inch cable mean the cable itself, or the cable and its sheath and all that?
Will it have any internal lubrication to help with cable bind?

Zach

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 28 2018, 07:51 AM

For the 6 the routing will have to be determined. Since I don't have one. we will document.
The cable itself is 1/8"
It can be lubricated, but will run on an internally lined sheath. I need to do some research as to the best lubrication for the materials involved, but will ship pre lubricated, and if it's the lubrication I think I can use should not require any additional maintenance applications.

Posted by: mb911 Feb 28 2018, 08:15 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 28 2018, 05:51 AM) *

For the 6 the routing will have to be determined. Since I don't have one. we will document.
The cable itself is 1/8"
It can be lubricated, but will run on an internally lined sheath. I need to do some research as to the best lubrication for the materials involved, but will ship pre lubricated, and if it's the lubrication I think I can use should not require any additional maintenance applications.



I believe there is a way with a 6 to avoid the bell crank with a longer cable like the 4.. I think Terry had made some.. I need to research that a bit..

Ultimately I would love to carry a 6 cable on my website for a complete 6 conversion kit.

Posted by: Millerwelds Feb 28 2018, 08:25 AM

I’m in. beerchug.gif

Posted by: bbrock Feb 28 2018, 08:39 AM

QUOTE(mb911 @ Feb 28 2018, 07:15 AM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 28 2018, 05:51 AM) *

For the 6 the routing will have to be determined. Since I don't have one. we will document.
The cable itself is 1/8"
It can be lubricated, but will run on an internally lined sheath. I need to do some research as to the best lubrication for the materials involved, but will ship pre lubricated, and if it's the lubrication I think I can use should not require any additional maintenance applications.



I believe there is a way with a 6 to avoid the bell crank with a longer cable like the 4.. I think Terry had made some.. I need to research that a bit..

Ultimately I would love to carry a 6 cable on my website for a complete 6 conversion kit.


They have one for a six on their web site: http://www.terrycable.com/Throttle-cable-for-Porsche-914-vehicles-with-6-cylinder-motor_p_303.html

I'm interested in one for a carbed /4 but didn't see an answer whether installation would be plug and play for the stock item - at least as it runs through the tunnel from pedal to firewall.

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 28 2018, 09:01 AM

One of my 4s is carbbed and using a stock cable. I can do 3 versions, dtock 4, a predetermined 6 conversion, and custom to customer spec. The 3rd bersion, will be more expensive if we do it in the future, but in production its easily accomidated.

Posted by: 76-914 Feb 28 2018, 09:09 AM

QUOTE(Andyrew @ Feb 27 2018, 09:01 PM) *

EVERY carbed v8 conversion could use this.. The throttle cable has to be put to such a tight angle that they snap pretty often


Sadly I am drive by wire now so I cant use this... sad.gif

agree.gif And there are enough of them to make it worthwhile. A cable for Subaru conversions would be nice as well. IIRC. the cable required for the Subaru is the same as stock except the sheathing is cut 6" shorter and cable was 6" longer. confused24.gif

Posted by: bbrock Feb 28 2018, 09:11 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 28 2018, 08:01 AM) *

One of my 4s is carbbed and using a stock cable. I can do 3 versions, dtock 4, a predetermined 6 conversion, and custom to customer spec. The 3rd bersion, will be more expensive if we do it in the future, but in production its easily accomidated.


Does anyone know if a longer than stock cable can be used on a carbed 4 to allow routing the cable through the stock location in the engine tin? It's been decades since I hooked up a throttle cable to carbs and don't remember how I did it, and I was less picky back then about how I did things. I'm completely ignorant about options and what a custom spec cable would look like for this application.

Posted by: markhoward Feb 28 2018, 10:02 AM

I'm in for a std.

Posted by: morgan_harwell Feb 28 2018, 10:23 AM

I'm in for one, standard 4 length.

My Six-Conversion uses stock 4-cylinder throttle cables.
I changed the throttle plate, that mounts on the top of the 911 case, to accept a throttle cable that pulls from the front.

Posted by: green914 Feb 28 2018, 10:41 AM

I will take one.

Posted by: walterolin Feb 28 2018, 11:51 AM

One.

1.7 stock FI, early.

Posted by: brant Feb 28 2018, 11:53 AM

I had better put my name down n the list

Thanks!

Posted by: porsche913b_sp Feb 28 2018, 12:43 PM

Sign me up for one biggrin.gif

Posted by: Rleog Feb 28 2018, 01:29 PM

One

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 28 2018, 02:45 PM

QUOTE(76-914 @ Feb 28 2018, 07:09 AM) *

QUOTE(Andyrew @ Feb 27 2018, 09:01 PM) *

EVERY carbed v8 conversion could use this.. The throttle cable has to be put to such a tight angle that they snap pretty often


Sadly I am drive by wire now so I cant use this... sad.gif

agree.gif And there are enough of them to make it worthwhile. A cable for Subaru conversions would be nice as well. IIRC. the cable required for the Subaru is the same as stock except the sheathing is cut 6" shorter and cable was 6" longer. confused24.gif

This can easily be done at this point. Maybe add as an option if you want to show the routing for others.

Mark

Posted by: Mike D. Feb 28 2018, 04:30 PM

I'd be in for 2!

Posted by: Luke M Feb 28 2018, 05:12 PM

I'd be in for 4 cables as long as they fit a factory 6 .

Keep us posted.

Posted by: Mikey914 Feb 28 2018, 05:47 PM

I can make the 6 cables and if the fittings are all the same (and I suspect they are), the cost would be the same and help contribute to the count.

Posted by: Mblizzard Feb 28 2018, 07:16 PM

My credit card hates you. But my car loves you. I am in for one.

Posted by: turnaround89 Feb 28 2018, 08:25 PM

I'd be in for a custom one for my Subaru conversion

Posted by: maf914 Mar 1 2018, 06:47 AM

Mark, add me to the list for a stock four cable. Thanks as always.

Posted by: 73-914 Mar 1 2018, 07:18 AM

in for 2 PLZ 73 4cylinder Carbed

Posted by: JamesM Mar 1 2018, 10:42 AM

Im in.

Posted by: rgolia Mar 1 2018, 10:44 AM

Ill take one.

Posted by: jim_hoyland Mar 1 2018, 01:04 PM

An improved accelerator cable is a great idea for a new product; the scariest feeling is to have that cable break while in traffic or any other situation where it’s gonna take gas to get onto a safe spot. And even then, you have to tow....

Posted by: Luke M Mar 1 2018, 01:09 PM

Hi Mark,

Here's the 914-6 cable pics and info we pm'd about.

over all length is : 99 1/4'' from end to end

the sheathing is : 41 3/4'' from end to end

the metal threaded part that mounts on the trans bracket is : 55 mm from end to end

the pedal and trans threaded ends for the cup/ball socket is : 38 mm from end to end

cable thickness is 2 mm and has a plastic coating on the cable itself.


The pics of the 6 trans and carb manifolds are so you get an idea on how the cable mounts/runs. Let me know if you need more info.

Luke


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Posted by: restore2seater Mar 1 2018, 01:14 PM

I'm in for a cable on a -6.

Posted by: porschetub Mar 1 2018, 01:18 PM

Stainless cable runs a lot less friction and feels much smoother,made one for my Speedster replica and found my Webers snapped closed without the need of a centre return spring which previously caused a heavy pedal with the stock (cut down) cable.
Top marks 914rubber smilie_pokal.gif .

Posted by: Wayne Mar 1 2018, 01:21 PM

I'm in for one. Thanks Mark

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 1 2018, 07:12 PM

FOR THE 6 -

Good news is the bellows I already make. It can be included easily. The trans end is different but can be easily made. It will cost a few bucks more, but not much.I need to figure out how much, but my guess is it would add $5.
Mark

Posted by: FL 000 Mar 1 2018, 08:48 PM

I’m in for one. Thanks as always.

Posted by: don-6 Mar 1 2018, 09:58 PM

One -6 cable.

Posted by: jesse7flying Mar 2 2018, 09:17 AM

One -4 cable please.

Posted by: RickS Mar 2 2018, 11:30 AM

Add one for a converted 6. Thanks

Posted by: djway Mar 2 2018, 05:57 PM

Dos Cabelos PorFavor

Posted by: RickS Mar 2 2018, 08:48 PM

QUOTE(djway @ Mar 2 2018, 03:57 PM) *

Dos Cabelos PorFavor


Cabelo is hair in Portuguese. Two hairs please biggrin.gif

Posted by: 914four Mar 3 2018, 09:14 AM

One cable please.

Posted by: CMONNETT Mar 3 2018, 09:23 AM

Ill take 2 4cyl cables.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 3 2018, 10:34 AM

Judging from the interest I will be moving forward on these this next week.
We will do the
stock cable 4
6 cable to factory spec
V8 cable - using factory terminations
Subaru cable - using factory terminations

They will all be at the same price except the 6 which is different and will require more machining. It will be $29.

After the GB the V8 and Subaru will be more but we will stock a few.

Posted by: stevend914 Mar 4 2018, 06:22 AM

I'll take two for a stock 4 cyl

Posted by: michael7810 Mar 4 2018, 07:42 AM

QUOTE(bbrock @ Feb 28 2018, 08:11 AM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 28 2018, 08:01 AM) *

One of my 4s is carbbed and using a stock cable. I can do 3 versions, dtock 4, a predetermined 6 conversion, and custom to customer spec. The 3rd bersion, will be more expensive if we do it in the future, but in production its easily accomidated.


Does anyone know if a longer than stock cable can be used on a carbed 4 to allow routing the cable through the stock location in the engine tin? It's been decades since I hooked up a throttle cable to carbs and don't remember how I did it, and I was less picky back then about how I did things. I'm completely ignorant about options and what a custom spec cable would look like for this application.


I didn't like the way the stock cable fit my carb'ed car so I made a custom cable using motorcycle cable and bicycle brake cable housing. I used a cutoff bolt, center drilled for the accelerator pedal end but the carb end was just cable (not optimal but it's been working for 5+ years with several removal/reinstalls. My cable attaches to the backside of the carb by #1 cylinder and at the stock cable was just too short. It would work but the angles were severe. Now it has nice smooth arches and is buttery smooth. My custom cable is 115.5" long including the 1-1/4" bolt swedged on the end. I should have made 2 for a spare but didn't. I recently removed it and it shows no sign of wear or damage so it should be good for a while.

Posted by: Halfnelson Mar 4 2018, 10:26 AM

I'll take one for 1.8 standard. Do you do clutch cable as may combine for UK postage?

Cheers

Chris

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 4 2018, 11:20 AM

I have yet to make the clutch, but I do plan to go there. I have the commercially available German ones in stock

Posted by: flmont Mar 4 2018, 11:44 AM

Ill take 1 also

Posted by: Halfnelson Mar 4 2018, 11:47 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Mar 4 2018, 05:20 PM) *

I have yet to make the clutch, but I do plan to go there. I have the commercially available German ones in stock


Sounds good - might as well take both if you're shipping one.

Cheers

Posted by: 02loftsmoor Mar 4 2018, 01:18 PM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 27 2018, 10:47 PM) *

We are looking at making an improved version of the throttle cable utilizing 1/8" stainless cable. we will be using the architectural cable we use in the railing systems with a 1500 lb load rating. There has been some issue with fatigue on some of the cables currently on the market.

If there's enough interest we can easily make these with this more rugged cable.

Who's in?



I'm in

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 4 2018, 01:23 PM

Looks like I'm turning metal this next week.
Mark

Posted by: hermich Mar 4 2018, 05:22 PM

I need one as well...great timing. Thanks for all the great stuff you make!

Posted by: bbrock Mar 5 2018, 11:09 AM

QUOTE(michael7810 @ Mar 4 2018, 06:42 AM) *

QUOTE(bbrock @ Feb 28 2018, 08:11 AM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 28 2018, 08:01 AM) *

One of my 4s is carbbed and using a stock cable. I can do 3 versions, dtock 4, a predetermined 6 conversion, and custom to customer spec. The 3rd bersion, will be more expensive if we do it in the future, but in production its easily accomidated.


Does anyone know if a longer than stock cable can be used on a carbed 4 to allow routing the cable through the stock location in the engine tin? It's been decades since I hooked up a throttle cable to carbs and don't remember how I did it, and I was less picky back then about how I did things. I'm completely ignorant about options and what a custom spec cable would look like for this application.


I didn't like the way the stock cable fit my carb'ed car so I made a custom cable using motorcycle cable and bicycle brake cable housing. I used a cutoff bolt, center drilled for the accelerator pedal end but the carb end was just cable (not optimal but it's been working for 5+ years with several removal/reinstalls. My cable attaches to the backside of the carb by #1 cylinder and at the stock cable was just too short. It would work but the angles were severe. Now it has nice smooth arches and is buttery smooth. My custom cable is 115.5" long including the 1-1/4" bolt swedged on the end. I should have made 2 for a spare but didn't. I recently removed it and it shows no sign of wear or damage so it should be good for a while.


Thanks for this, it's very helpful.

Mark, would you be able to post cable lengths for the options you will build? I might need to just wait until I have my engine back in the car to decide what length I want, but this is such a good deal I hate to miss out. These GBs are evil that way. biggrin.gif

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 6 2018, 01:13 AM

We will do stock, V8, Subaru, and 914/6. I can do a cable to your specification while in production at no additional charge (unless you add 5' or something like that biggrin.gif ).

Posted by: OLAF Mar 6 2018, 07:11 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Feb 27 2018, 11:47 PM) *

We are looking at making an improved version of the throttle cable utilizing 1/8" stainless cable. we will be using the architectural cable we use in the railing systems with a 1500 lb load rating. There has been some issue with fatigue on some of the cables currently on the market.

If there's enough interest we can easily make these with this more rugged cable.

Who's in?




"OLAF" I'll take one.... thank you!

Posted by: mbseto Mar 6 2018, 05:02 PM

Improved version of the stock cable? I'll bite. '71 1.7l

Posted by: siverson Mar 13 2018, 04:53 PM

I'll take one! What's the ETA?

-Steve

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 13 2018, 05:28 PM

All the pieces coming together will be about a month.

Posted by: bigkensteele Mar 13 2018, 07:29 PM

I am in for the 6 version.

Posted by: t collins Mar 14 2018, 03:37 PM

Put me down for one - 4

Posted by: Costa05 Mar 14 2018, 03:53 PM

I am in for a subaru version. One please.
Rich

Posted by: 7275914911 Mar 14 2018, 04:49 PM

I'm in for (1) stock -4 cable. Thanks Mark for the stuff ya do..

Posted by: clapeza Mar 14 2018, 06:56 PM

I'll take one stock, for a -4.

Posted by: theer Mar 19 2018, 10:11 AM

I'll take (2) Subaru with a little extra length (need to conform measurement) and one for a stock -4.

Thanks!

Posted by: davehg Mar 19 2018, 01:50 PM

I'd be in for one for a six conversion

Posted by: Nutter965 Mar 20 2018, 03:39 AM

Put me down for a 6 cable please, and when its ready i'll add to the order....

Posted by: michael7810 Mar 20 2018, 06:24 AM

Add me to the list for a custom cable to fit my carb'ed /4. Have you decided on the lengths of the Subaru and V8 cables?

Posted by: peteyd Mar 20 2018, 06:43 AM

Please put me down for a /6 and a /4

thanks
Pete

Posted by: 914six Mar 20 2018, 08:48 AM

HI Mark,

Need a Stock 6 cable... let me know..

Thanks,
Harry

Posted by: malcolm2 Mar 20 2018, 08:57 AM

stock 1.8 L-jet and a spare.... 2 for me.

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 20 2018, 09:45 AM

QUOTE(michael7810 @ Mar 20 2018, 05:24 AM) *

Add me to the list for a custom cable to fit my carb'ed /4. Have you decided on the lengths of the Subaru and V8 cables?

Well for this run I'm going to let the Subaru / 8 guys spec it. I would bet there could be some standardization we will see come out of this, so moving forward I could look at stocking. However i will need feedback from those involved.
Mark

Posted by: 11tenths Mar 20 2018, 09:59 AM

Mark- I'm in for one for my 6 conv.

Just one question... (Columbo style)

Will this loop up in front of the CV joint, or possibly more smoothly bend around behind it?
idea.gif

- Harry

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 20 2018, 10:01 AM

I was planning to do a stock cable, so location would not necessarily change, but an extra inch would give it some "slack".

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 28 2018, 09:29 AM

Ok, this has taken longer than I had hoped, but we are looking to nail down the lengths for the custom cables as well as the V8, and Subaru.

We will need to know the length of the actual cable you want, as well as the sheath.

I will PM with nonstandard requests.



Posted by: jkb944t Mar 28 2018, 10:30 AM

I am in for the -6 version.

Jeff B

Posted by: theer Mar 28 2018, 01:05 PM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Mar 28 2018, 11:29 AM) *

Ok, this has taken longer than I had hoped, but we are looking to nail down the lengths for the custom cables as well as the V8, and Subaru.

We will need to know the length of the actual cable you want, as well as the sheath.

I will PM with nonstandard requests.



PM sent. My WRX with intake manifold reversed will need the cable sheath to be 140cm long measured from the end of the stock-914 cable tube to the stock Subaru cable mounting clip.


Posted by: mb911 Mar 28 2018, 04:00 PM

Sorry but my car is not ready to measure what the cable lengths are.. Guess I am no help.

Posted by: bbrock Mar 28 2018, 04:50 PM

QUOTE(mb911 @ Mar 28 2018, 04:00 PM) *

Sorry but my car is not ready to measure what the cable lengths are.. Guess I am no help.


Yep, same here. Just not at a stage where I can commit to a length. sad.gif

Posted by: StratPlayer Mar 28 2018, 07:30 PM

Count me in for 1, late model 4, EFI.

Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 9 2018, 08:10 PM

Made some great progress on these, however the day job is taking up some additional time in my schedule. Ill be in full production by the end of the month.
Just wanted to update the thread. This will take a little longer than planned, but should be worth the wait.
Thanks,
Mark

Posted by: pilothyer Apr 9 2018, 09:58 PM

Interested in stock cable for 1.8 & 2.0 F.I. and a couple for 4 cyl. carb conversion.

Posted by: davehg Apr 9 2018, 10:08 PM

I’m in for a 6

Posted by: RAX 914 Apr 9 2018, 10:23 PM

I'm in for one

Posted by: marksteinhilber Apr 9 2018, 11:07 PM

I’d like one for a 1.8 L jet!

Posted by: raynekat Apr 9 2018, 11:32 PM

Would need one for a 914-6. Thx

Posted by: porschetub Apr 9 2018, 11:54 PM

QUOTE(Luke M @ Mar 2 2018, 07:09 AM) *

Hi Mark,

Here's the 914-6 cable pics and info we pm'd about.

over all length is : 99 1/4'' from end to end

the sheathing is : 41 3/4'' from end to end

the metal threaded part that mounts on the trans bracket is : 55 mm from end to end

the pedal and trans threaded ends for the cup/ball socket is : 38 mm from end to end

cable thickness is 2 mm and has a plastic coating on the cable itself.


The pics of the 6 trans and carb manifolds are so you get an idea on how the cable mounts/runs. Let me know if you need more info.


Luke


But isn't that an extended pivot rod off the RH side inlet manifold,is that stock or part off the RJ conversion parts,intersested to know, beer.gif

Posted by: Olympic 914 Apr 10 2018, 07:43 AM

Put me down for 2.

I have had the inner sleeve on two cables crack where it exits the firewall and transitions from the metal ferrule to the black cable housing. (don't remember the brand of cable) The first time I just replaced the cable (0 miles ) the second time I reinforced the break with multiple layers of heat shrink tubing applied while holding the cable straight.

Both times this happened while the engine was out. so unplugging the cable from the metal sleeve leading in to the firewall probably would have prevented this.

Expensive lessons.

Are these new cables reinforced in this area? Would some type of a spring prevent this from occurring again? .


Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 10 2018, 08:25 AM

QUOTE(porschetub @ Apr 9 2018, 10:54 PM) *

QUOTE(Luke M @ Mar 2 2018, 07:09 AM) *

Hi Mark,

Here's the 914-6 cable pics and info we pm'd about.

over all length is : 99 1/4'' from end to end

the sheathing is : 41 3/4'' from end to end

the metal threaded part that mounts on the trans bracket is : 55 mm from end to end

the pedal and trans threaded ends for the cup/ball socket is : 38 mm from end to end

cable thickness is 2 mm and has a plastic coating on the cable itself.


The pics of the 6 trans and carb manifolds are so you get an idea on how the cable mounts/runs. Let me know if you need more info.


Luke


But isn't that an extended pivot rod off the RH side inlet manifold,is that stock or part off the RJ conversion parts,intersested to know, beer.gif

Well the good news is as an actual manufacturer we can make adjustments. We plan to stat here and make adjustments as necessary to make the best product for the application. So we'll start here and will more than likely make adjustments based on feedback recieved.
So the real answer is we will find out.

Posted by: Mikey914 Apr 10 2018, 08:27 AM

QUOTE(Olympic 914 @ Apr 10 2018, 06:43 AM) *

Put me down for 2.

I have had the inner sleeve on two cables crack where it exits the firewall and transitions from the metal ferrule to the black cable housing. (don't remember the brand of cable) The first time I just replaced the cable (0 miles ) the second time I reinforced the break with multiple layers of heat shrink tubing applied while holding the cable straight.

Both times this happened while the engine was out. so unplugging the cable from the metal sleeve leading in to the firewall probably would have prevented this.

Expensive lessons.

Are these new cables reinforced in this area? Would some type of a spring prevent this from occurring again? .
we are working on a different design that will eliminate the problem.

Posted by: 914Sixer Apr 10 2018, 08:34 AM

Put me down for one.

Posted by: flmont Apr 10 2018, 05:27 PM

Ill have one also

Posted by: Chris Scott May 4 2018, 03:27 PM

Any idea on time frame?

Posted by: AndyB May 4 2018, 04:23 PM

Is this a woven cable, or a solid/ pliable piece of metal?

Posted by: raynekat May 4 2018, 11:15 PM

QUOTE(Chris Scott @ May 4 2018, 02:27 PM) *

Any idea on time frame?



Bingo.
If this doesn't happen soon, I'll need to source another.

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 May 5 2018, 10:50 AM

I couldn't wait. Bought the Pelican Parts cable so I could drive the car. But I will still get the 914rubber cable when it's available.

Posted by: Mikey914 May 5 2018, 12:07 PM

Thanks,
I will start producing these this week. I'm quite happy with how these turned out. I thank all that have stepped up to support the project. I mainly just need Blake to get the listing together on the site so we can process these in an efficient manner. With options it adds a few different variables.
Mark

Posted by: pilothyer May 5 2018, 02:31 PM

Can't wait !! but will wait biggrin.gif

Posted by: flmont May 5 2018, 05:04 PM

iam in for 1 also

Posted by: jcd914 May 5 2018, 06:45 PM

I would like 1 of these.

As always there are other 914rubber products I need to order too.

Jim

Posted by: aggiezig May 5 2018, 09:46 PM

I'm in for one of these for a carb'd 4cyl

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 5 2018, 11:26 PM

Please put me down for one also.

Posted by: 914-300Hemi May 5 2018, 11:27 PM

QUOTE(914-300Hemi @ May 5 2018, 10:26 PM) *

Please put me down for one carb’d Version.


Posted by: Mikey914 May 13 2018, 10:49 AM

The 1st cable prototype is complete and being tested on Matts car today. Pending any other modifications to our plan we will have these ready to start shipping this week.
Mark

Posted by: rgolia May 14 2018, 02:35 PM

I'll take one too, carbed 4. It will be my backup to the backup until I redo the pedal cluster next year.

Posted by: Halfnelson May 24 2018, 03:00 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ May 13 2018, 05:49 PM) *

The 1st cable prototype is complete and being tested on Matts car today. Pending any other modifications to our plan we will have these ready to start shipping this week.
Mark


Hey Mark, Are these good to go? Thanks, Chris

Posted by: Mikey914 May 26 2018, 09:59 AM

My schedule has been pretty busy I passed this off to Matt to complete testing. I'll know more when I get back Monday.

Posted by: Gary May 28 2018, 09:12 AM

If QC checked out, I'm in for a stock 4 cable.

Posted by: Gary Jun 5 2018, 07:45 PM

Bump. Just checking on progress.

Posted by: aggiezig Jun 6 2018, 02:02 PM

I'm itching to order a few things and would love to include this cable

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 6 2018, 04:05 PM

I understand, and will get back to these as soon as WCR is over. Right now Im getting my car ready.

Posted by: theer Jul 2 2018, 08:43 AM

Monthly bump.. any news? Grey Matter needs a stock to Suby cable.

Thanks

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jul 2 2018, 09:34 AM

Another great 914Rubber part ! Want one for my L-Jet FI
Thanks for making this happen smile.gif

Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 2 2018, 02:36 PM

Ran into issues with the sheath material when we bonded them together. I will have more time after the 4th.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Jul 2 2018, 02:45 PM

Also anxiously waiting for these. Stock 2.0

Posted by: 914forme Jul 2 2018, 03:12 PM

-6 I am in for 2, as I will need to carry a spare, old habit, which means something else will break. headbang.gif

Posted by: 914werke Jul 2 2018, 03:21 PM

Late to this party but a couple areas I didn't read that had been addressed in this new & improved version, since you have the opportunity is: 1st the housing end that attaches to the plenum/ bracket ect. is cheap..seem like some manufactures are using pot metal or an inferior alloy and the short threaded section is prone to cracking & snapping.
The other is the mating of the braided sheath to the collar at the firewall tube. constantly seperating.

Posted by: jcd914 Jul 2 2018, 05:14 PM

QUOTE(914werke @ Jul 2 2018, 02:21 PM) *

Late to this party but a couple areas I didn't read that had been addressed in this new & improved version since you have the opportunity is 1st the housing end that attaches to the plenum/ bracket ect. is cheap..seem like some manufactures are using pot metal or an inferior alloy and the short threaded section is prone to cracking & snapping.
The other is the mating of the braided sheath to the collar at the firewall tube. constantly seperating.


These are both things I have seen several times.
I also think the sheath section between the firewall and the plenum was a bit short and could use and extra inch of slack.

I'll be ordering one for my stock 2.0L when these become available.

Thanks
Jim

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jul 17 2018, 05:35 PM

Update please smile.gif

Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 18 2018, 12:21 AM

Back on these Friday, hopefully they will be acceptable. I wasn;t completely happy with the previous version.
Mark

Posted by: Philip W. Jul 23 2018, 06:16 AM

I might have to order one if they turn out to your satisfaction. My current one was not in for very long ,but apparent ly while taped up to the other cords to get them out of the way for paint the sheath pulled out of the metal end that attaches to the firewall tube, so not sure I should try to recrimp that to hold it in or just run a new cable . will keep an eye on this, let us know as soon as they come in.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 23 2018, 10:17 AM

I do have the stock ones available at $18 each, but really want to make some improvement on these. Just not enough time lately as I ran into a couple snags


Posted by: malcolm2 Jul 25 2018, 07:11 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jul 23 2018, 11:17 AM) *

I do have the stock ones available at $18 each, but really want to make some improvement on these. Just not enough time lately as I ran into a couple snags


Keep replying here. Once you are happy, let the buying begin.

Posted by: theer Aug 30 2018, 12:13 PM

Monthly bump to the top for status update.

Specifically looking for the stock to Subaru TB version.

Thanks,
Tom

Posted by: Geezer914 Aug 30 2018, 01:19 PM

I'm in for one!

Posted by: 914sgofast2 Sep 11 2018, 09:03 PM

I will take one when they are available.
Thanks,
Mike D.

Posted by: Olympic 914 Oct 14 2018, 07:07 PM

Still interested.....


Any progress on these ?

Posted by: Olympic 914 Dec 7 2018, 09:00 AM

Since this has not come to be, I ordered an OEM from the Porsche dealer, $32.00.

#91442306702

will be in next Tues or Wed.

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 8 2018, 12:47 PM

Sorry guys,
I have most of these complete, but with the increase cable size we need to do do a custom run of the cable sheath for the tunnel section as there is not an off the shelf solution. I'm in SeaTac for the next 2 months finishing up my 737 type at the new job. Unfortunately, it's taking up lots of my time and grey matter for the moment. We will get these on line as soon as we can as they are mostly done.
Mark

Posted by: mb911 Dec 8 2018, 02:08 PM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Dec 8 2018, 10:47 AM) *

Sorry guys,
I have most of these complete, but with the increase cable size we need to do do a custom run of the cable sheath for the tunnel section as there is not an off the shelf solution. I'm in SeaTac for the next 2 months finishing up my 737 type at the new job. Unfortunately, it's taking up lots of my time and grey matter for the moment. We will get these on line as soon as we can as they are mostly done.
Mark



Mark to be honest that is waaaaaaay more important then cables for our cars.

Study up, be safe, and have a great holiday.

Posted by: 73-914 Dec 8 2018, 02:10 PM

I agree , Have a great Holiday Season

Posted by: jim_hoyland Dec 8 2018, 09:12 PM

QUOTE(73-914 @ Dec 8 2018, 12:10 PM) *

I agree , Have a great Holiday Season


agree.gif cars will wait; have an enjoyable holiday. smile.gif We

Posted by: 914-300Hemi Mar 9 2019, 03:50 PM

Any update?

Posted by: db9146 Mar 24 2019, 12:14 PM

I'll take a nice -6 cable if these come to fruition.

Posted by: bdstone914 Mar 24 2019, 12:42 PM

QUOTE(db9146 @ Mar 24 2019, 11:14 AM) *

I'll take a nice -6 cable if these come to fruition.

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348
@matt900

Posted by: Mikey914 Mar 25 2019, 08:40 AM

I'll be spending some time on these today and tomorrow if I can solve a few little problems we can begin production.
Thanks,
mark

Posted by: theer Jun 12 2019, 08:48 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348

Any updates? I'd be happy to do prototype testing on Grey Matter for the Porsche-Subaru version.


Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 12 2019, 12:53 PM

I haven't had much time lately to spend on these but have a lot invested so yes I just need to make sure these work as planned we ran into a few issues that require some modifications over the original plan.

More to follow

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 18 2019, 11:43 PM

Spent more time on these today and the 1st ones will be ready next week.
Mark

Posted by: Driver174 Jun 18 2019, 11:59 PM

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Posted by: 76-914 Jun 19 2019, 08:14 AM

If Mark doesn't produce them there is Control Cable Inc in CA that makes custom length cables. 562-949-0455. beerchug.gif

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 19 2019, 03:49 PM

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 18 2019, 10:59 PM) *

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Yes,
Do you just want an arbitrary 24" additional length? Or do you want to call it out.
Mark

Posted by: jim_hoyland Jun 19 2019, 04:04 PM

Can I place an order at this time ?

Posted by: tyfighter123 Jun 19 2019, 07:11 PM

Id be in for one as well if still available

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 19 2019, 10:24 PM

So went rounds on the design and finally think I got it right. The larder cable created a few other problems, but it is significantly larger and will be much more robust.



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Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 19 2019, 10:29 PM

We also included more threads in the adjuster portion. In theory more adjust ability. Or at least a wider range.

Cable is about 2.5x the size of the GEMO version. We have also added a floating lubricated sleeve on the tunnel side to help keep the cable from wearing into metal.

I need one person that can install and check the fit as I'm going on the road again for 4 days. I really need to check this before I open up the flood gates. So if someone wants to give me direct feedback I can help keep these moving forward. If not I can do this mid week.

Anyone?



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Posted by: eric914 Jun 20 2019, 10:59 AM

I'll take a -6 version when they are ready:)

Posted by: Driver174 Jun 20 2019, 05:13 PM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 19 2019, 02:49 PM) *

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 18 2019, 10:59 PM) *

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Yes,
Do you just want an arbitrary 24" additional length? Or do you want to call it out.
Mark


Thanks for the response Mark.

Let me measure it tonight, and I’ll give you the dimension.

Jim

Posted by: Driver174 Jun 20 2019, 11:41 PM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 19 2019, 02:49 PM) *

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 18 2019, 10:59 PM) *

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Yes,
Do you just want an arbitrary 24" additional length? Or do you want to call it out.
Mark


Thanks again Mark,

Longer cable length would be nice, but the increased diameter of your throttle cable is not going to work with my current throttle linkage setup.

Jim

Posted by: theer Jun 21 2019, 11:37 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 20 2019, 12:29 AM) *

We also included more threads in the adjuster portion. In theory more adjust ability. Or at least a wider range.

Cable is about 2.5x the size of the GEMO version. We have also added a floating lubricated sleeve on the tunnel side to help keep the cable from wearing into metal.

I need one person that can install and check the fit as I'm going on the road again for 4 days. I really need to check this before I open up the flood gates. So if someone wants to give me direct feedback I can help keep these moving forward. If not I can do this mid week.

Anyone?


Mark - I'll be your tester.. I need a Porsche pedal end and a Subaru throttle end (barrel).

Let me know.
Tom

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 22 2019, 01:51 AM

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 20 2019, 10:41 PM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 19 2019, 02:49 PM) *

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 18 2019, 10:59 PM) *

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Yes,
Do you just want an arbitrary 24" additional length? Or do you want to call it out.
Mark


Thanks again Mark,

Longer cable length would be nice, but the increased diameter of your throttle cable is not going to work with my current throttle linkage setup.

Jim

I can easy make thinner. If you want to call out cable thickness. Note the throttle side is the same as stock only the cable is larger.

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 22 2019, 01:53 AM

QUOTE(theer @ Jun 21 2019, 10:37 AM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 20 2019, 12:29 AM) *

We also included more threads in the adjuster portion. In theory more adjust ability. Or at least a wider range.

Cable is about 2.5x the size of the GEMO version. We have also added a floating lubricated sleeve on the tunnel side to help keep the cable from wearing into metal.

I need one person that can install and check the fit as I'm going on the road again for 4 days. I really need to check this before I open up the flood gates. So if someone wants to give me direct feedback I can help keep these moving forward. If not I can do this mid week.

Anyone?


Mark - I'll be your tester.. I need a Porsche pedal end and a Subaru throttle end (barrel).

Let me know.
Tom

The tester needed is for the stock configuration as it's already made up.
If no takers I can do this next Mon on my 1.7.

Posted by: theer Jun 22 2019, 05:47 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=214

I should have been more clear, I can also test a stock cable on my 1.7 with carbs. Let me know.

Tom

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jun 24 2019, 09:28 AM

I put 100 miles a day on my 1.7. I have carbs with the CSP linkage. I'd be glad to test one if it's not too late. Your stuff usually gets to me the next day, so I could install it right away.

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=214

Posted by: Mikey914 Jun 24 2019, 10:09 AM

Who can be the 1st to install ? Overnight

I'll ship out today.

Posted by: theer Jun 24 2019, 12:47 PM

Send it to TBrown - he's closer, should get there faster.


Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jun 28 2019, 12:21 PM

I let Mark know about a couple of small issues during install that could actually be my car and not the cable.

I need to remove the CSP return spring from the center pivot and see how the throttle feels after that. It feels heavy right now.

On a positive note, it seems to fit over the guide tube in the firewall fine, and is flexible enough to follow the stock routing without issues. For the CSP linkage and Original Customs cable bracket, I'm going to need an extra 4" before I can route it through the engine tin grommet correctly.


Posted by: Mikey914 Jul 2 2019, 07:42 PM

Making one that is longer for carbs for you tomorrow.

Mark

Posted by: tvdinnerbythepool Jul 2 2019, 11:19 PM

How did I miss this?! @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348 Dang. Just ordered the Genmo from you guys last week. I'd be down to install the tester in my 1.7 djet but I'm on a 4 day trip myself.

Posted by: Driver174 Jul 25 2019, 12:45 AM

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 22 2019, 12:51 AM) *

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 20 2019, 10:41 PM) *

QUOTE(Mikey914 @ Jun 19 2019, 02:49 PM) *

QUOTE(Driver174 @ Jun 18 2019, 10:59 PM) *

Is there any chance I could get a longer than stock throttle cable from you? Approximately two feet longer on the engine compartment side would be nice.

Thanks,
Jim

Yes,
Do you just want an arbitrary 24" additional length? Or do you want to call it out.
Mark


Thanks again Mark,

Longer cable length would be nice, but the increased diameter of your throttle cable is not going to work with my current throttle linkage setup.

Jim

I can easy make thinner. If you want to call out cable thickness. Note the throttle side is the same as stock only the cable is larger.


Hello Mark,

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=3348

Can I get a throttle cable that is 26" longer than the stock cable and the same cable diameter as a stock cable of 1.5 mm? Actually, I'll would like two of them so I can have a spare.

Please let me know if you are able to fabricate these, and how soon I could can have them.

Jim

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jul 25 2019, 04:44 AM

Quick update to keep things active. I removed the return spring at the CSP bell crank, and the action is much lighter. It seems to be a perfectly acceptable replacement cable.

I was wondering, however, why the need for such a large cable? Are people breaking cables? If the pedal stop is adjusted correctly, there should be no tension on the cable at full throttle. Well, there's tension of course, but not my leg muscles trying to pull the linkage off the carbs.

Posted by: VaccaRabite Jul 25 2019, 08:10 AM

QUOTE(Tbrown4x4 @ Jul 25 2019, 06:44 AM) *

I was wondering, however, why the need for such a large cable? Are people breaking cables? If the pedal stop is adjusted correctly, there should be no tension on the cable at full throttle. Well, there's tension of course, but not my leg muscles trying to pull the linkage off the carbs.


Throttle cables tend to break, for many reasons but mostly due to the cable being floppy and leading to poor installs.

If the cable is installed properly, throttle stop is set properly, and the throttle cable isn't the engine ground path (pretty common if your grounding terminals are corroded) it should last a long time.

But... People wrap the throttle cable around the clutch cable - which will eventually break it.
People drive without the throttle stop set (or without the pedal board) - which will break it.
It becomes a grounding path, which accelerates corrosion (and breaks it).
People run the cable through too tight a radius turn - which will break it.
Etc.

Zach

Posted by: Tbrown4x4 Jul 25 2019, 09:32 AM

Darn people......

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