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| JRust |
 Jun 18 2015, 11:03 AM
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914 Guru  Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest 
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Okay so at WCR one of my shifter cables broke. After looking at multiple local auto parts & shops. Nobody does it around here or had a suggestion of where to go. I literally only need the cable itself with the ends crimped on. I did get a quote of $145 from the company that made my cables originally. Twice the price they were 3 years ago I might add. This is for a complete new cable. Which I really don't need the whole thing. Oh yes & there is a 6-8 week wait for this custom cable. In general they just pissed me off & I don't want to order from them. Nor wait 2 months to get it. Of course if I had ordered it right after WCR I would have it. I've had a lot going on & it wasn't high on my priority list (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)
So I have some other cables from another setup. They are the same setup but about a foot shorter. So I would need to customize something in back to make it work. Is doable just not a 10 minute cable swap. Ideally I just want a place that can make the cable insert I need. Really doesn't seem like there is nobody more local that can do that. So hoping for some ideas to point me where to look. I thought maybe a tractor supply place? Attached thumbnail(s) 
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| McMark |
Jun 18 2015, 11:04 AM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
Did you look on McMaster for push-pull cables?
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| screenguy914 |
Jun 18 2015, 11:23 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 249 Joined: 6-July 09 From: So. Cal Member No.: 10,540 Region Association: Southern California |
Hey J,
Glad the prognosis wasn't as serious as first assumed. As for the cable, you might find a solution here: MidwestControl.com Sherwood |
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| DBCooper |
Jun 18 2015, 11:25 AM
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14's in the 13's with ATTITUDE Group: Members Posts: 3,079 Joined: 25-August 04 From: Dazed and Confused Member No.: 2,618 Region Association: Northern California |
Shouldn't need to be custom, there are dozens of control cable manufacturers where you should be able to get one off the shelf. Control Cable is a biggie I'm familiar with, but google 'push pull control cable' and you should get a list.
There's something else to look at, though. You haven't been on the road so long, your cables should last a lot longer than that. Maybe see if you can get an upgrade on the cable size/quality from what you have or see if there's any binding or angles in the cable that you can eliminate. |
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| JRust |
Jun 18 2015, 11:38 AM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(McMark @ Jun 18 2015, 10:04 AM)  Did you look on McMaster for push-pull cables? Looking there now. Looks like the 1/4"x28 is the one I need. They only offer it in a 6ft length. Do you know if the is the length end to end? OR is that is bulk head to bulk head? Which means there is still the throw on each end. Overall my length is 82" from tip to tip. |
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| rick 918-S |
Jun 18 2015, 12:13 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,422 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region 
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Search for Boat control cables. All kinds of them. I have one up on the shelf from when I broke a throttle or shift cable. I can check to see what it is and the length.
They are push/pull cables. |
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| zipedadoo |
Jun 18 2015, 12:41 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 135 Joined: 23-January 14 From: Arizona Member No.: 16,921 Region Association: None |
Did you try SS Equipment supply? I think they make cables. # 541-757-8112
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| jd74914 |
Jun 18 2015, 01:51 PM
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Its alive Group: Members Posts: 4,776 Joined: 16-February 04 From: CT Member No.: 1,659 Region Association: North East States |
QUOTE(screenguy914 @ Jun 18 2015, 12:23 PM) As for the cable, you might find a solution here: MidwestControl.com I've bought a few cables from them and they are usually pretty inexpensive. One of my buddies swears some of the people who pick up the phone there are smoking special stuff. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) |
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| McMark |
Jun 18 2015, 01:55 PM
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914 Freak! Group: Retired Admin Posts: 20,179 Joined: 13-March 03 From: Grand Rapids, MI Member No.: 419 Region Association: None |
QUOTE(JRust @ Jun 18 2015, 10:38 AM) QUOTE(McMark @ Jun 18 2015, 10:04 AM) Did you look on McMaster for push-pull cables? Looking there now. Looks like the 1/4"x28 is the one I need. They only offer it in a 6ft length. Do you know if the is the length end to end? OR is that is bulk head to bulk head? Which means there is still the throw on each end. Overall my length is 82" from tip to tip. 6ft is OAL (over all length), so as you put it "length from end to end". |
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| Chris914n6 |
Jun 18 2015, 04:07 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,304 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
7" or 84" would be a standard size. Might be worth the effort to make that fit.
I've been in this long enough to avoid custom whenever possible, too many hassles. |
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| 914forme |
Jun 18 2015, 04:12 PM
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Times a wastin', get wrenchin'! Group: Members Posts: 3,896 Joined: 24-July 04 From: Dayton, Ohio Member No.: 2,388 Region Association: None
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| JRust |
Jun 18 2015, 04:12 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(Chris914n6 @ Jun 18 2015, 03:07 PM) 7" or 84" would be a standard size. Might be worth the effort to make that fit. I've been in this long enough to avoid custom whenever possible, too many hassles. 7" will work & I would gladly take that. Just what I am seeing is 6ft. Where did you get your 7ft Chris? |
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| ConeDodger |
Jun 18 2015, 04:43 PM
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Apex killer! Group: Members Posts: 23,558 Joined: 31-December 04 From: Tahoe Area Member No.: 3,380 Region Association: Northern California
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Terry cables?
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| andys |
Jun 18 2015, 05:47 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 2,165 Joined: 21-May 03 From: Valencia, CA Member No.: 721 Region Association: None
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I've used Control Cables Inc. http://www.controlcables.com/ in Santa Fe Springs, CA for many years. They'll make a custom cable to your specs by phone and a credit card; done in 3 days....Cheaper and faster than McMaster-Carr. And these guys know what they're talking about.
To minimize the chances of cable failure, make sure they are configured such that the end operates in as straight a condition as possible. I think the spec out at a total maximum misalignment at a 15 degree range, but I've found the less the better. I figure you already know this, but just thought I'd make mention since I've seen lots of guys fab some pretty cock-eyed stuff. Andys Andys |
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| Chris914n6 |
Jun 18 2015, 08:26 PM
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Jackstands are my life. Group: Members Posts: 3,304 Joined: 14-March 03 From: Las Vegas, NV Member No.: 431 Region Association: Southwest Region |
QUOTE(JRust @ Jun 18 2015, 03:12 PM) QUOTE(Chris914n6 @ Jun 18 2015, 03:07 PM) 7' or 84" would be a standard size. Might be worth the effort to make that fit. I've been in this long enough to avoid custom whenever possible, too many hassles. 7" will work & I would gladly take that. Just what I am seeing is 6ft. Where did you get your 7ft Chris? Mine's 914 side shift @ 5', which happens to be mitsu length (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) I looked at a bunch of cable places, couldn't easily tell you who had part #s for 7', but round #s were fairly common. I'll run thru my bookmarks. Lokar might be a good option. I'll look thru my SEMA bag too. |
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| 76-914 |
Jun 18 2015, 10:44 PM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,490 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(andys @ Jun 18 2015, 04:47 PM) I've used Control Cables Inc. http://www.controlcables.com/ in Santa Fe Springs, CA for many years. They'll make a custom cable to your specs by phone and a credit card; done in 3 days....Cheaper and faster than McMaster-Carr. And these guys know what they're talking about. To minimize the chances of cable failure, make sure they are configured such that the end operates in as straight a condition as possible. I think the spec out at a total maximum misalignment at a 15 degree range, but I've found the less the better. I figure you already know this, but just thought I'd make mention since I've seen lots of guys fab some pretty cock-eyed stuff. Andys Andys (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Yep, stellar customer service. I called armed with measurements, confessed that I didn't know (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) from Apple Butter and the guy I spoke with had me lined out in 2 minutes. They even offered some tips about diameter choices. Would definitely use them again, Jaime. |
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| JRust |
Jun 18 2015, 10:53 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(76-914 @ Jun 18 2015, 09:44 PM) QUOTE(andys @ Jun 18 2015, 04:47 PM) I've used Control Cables Inc. http://www.controlcables.com/ in Santa Fe Springs, CA for many years. They'll make a custom cable to your specs by phone and a credit card; done in 3 days....Cheaper and faster than McMaster-Carr. And these guys know what they're talking about. To minimize the chances of cable failure, make sure they are configured such that the end operates in as straight a condition as possible. I think the spec out at a total maximum misalignment at a 15 degree range, but I've found the less the better. I figure you already know this, but just thought I'd make mention since I've seen lots of guys fab some pretty cock-eyed stuff. Andys Andys (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Yep, stellar customer service. I called armed with measurements, confessed that I didn't know (IMG:style_emoticons/default/stromberg.gif) from Apple Butter and the guy I spoke with had me lined out in 2 minutes. They even offered some tips about diameter choices. Would definitely use them again, Jaime. I'll call them tomorrow. Thanks (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) |
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| aircooledtechguy |
Jun 19 2015, 11:21 AM
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The Aircooledtech Guy Group: Members Posts: 1,966 Joined: 8-November 08 From: Anacortes, WA Member No.: 9,730 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
I have used California Puch-Pull in Chico, CA for a few cables now. Very reasonable on price and really fast turn-around. 1-888-638-3604 or 530-893-4060.
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| JRust |
Jun 30 2015, 04:17 PM
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914 Guru Group: Members Posts: 6,305 Joined: 10-January 03 From: Corvallis Oregon Member No.: 129 Region Association: Pacific Northwest
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QUOTE(andys @ Jun 18 2015, 04:47 PM) I've used Control Cables Inc. http://www.controlcables.com/ in Santa Fe Springs, CA for many years. They'll make a custom cable to your specs by phone and a credit card; done in 3 days....Cheaper and faster than McMaster-Carr. And these guys know what they're talking about. To minimize the chances of cable failure, make sure they are configured such that the end operates in as straight a condition as possible. I think the spec out at a total maximum misalignment at a 15 degree range, but I've found the less the better. I figure you already know this, but just thought I'd make mention since I've seen lots of guys fab some pretty cock-eyed stuff. Andys Andys Finally got around to calling these guys. $96 & they will ship it in the next day or 2. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) That was to easy & very reasonable. Hopefully I managed to give all the correct info (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif) |
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| 76-914 |
Jul 1 2015, 07:56 AM
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Repeat Offender & Resident Subaru Antagonist Group: Members Posts: 13,490 Joined: 23-January 09 From: Temecula, CA Member No.: 9,964 Region Association: Southern California
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QUOTE(JRust @ Jun 30 2015, 03:17 PM) QUOTE(andys @ Jun 18 2015, 04:47 PM) I've used Control Cables Inc. http://www.controlcables.com/ in Santa Fe Springs, CA for many years. They'll make a custom cable to your specs by phone and a credit card; done in 3 days....Cheaper and faster than McMaster-Carr. And these guys know what they're talking about. To minimize the chances of cable failure, make sure they are configured such that the end operates in as straight a condition as possible. I think the spec out at a total maximum misalignment at a 15 degree range, but I've found the less the better. I figure you already know this, but just thought I'd make mention since I've seen lots of guys fab some pretty cock-eyed stuff. Andys Andys Finally got around to calling these guys. $96 & they will ship it in the next day or 2. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif) That was to easy & very reasonable. Hopefully I managed to give all the correct info (IMG:style_emoticons/default/evilgrin.gif) They're good folks. I couldn't have been happier with their service. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif) |
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