The throttle is another story. Hi all. The throttle cable has knarps on both ends. The one on my buddies car is all frayed and bound up. The Cable FAQ - Classic and GS/Dakar compiled & edited by Kristian #562; updated by Scott ID, #1244 Please read the Disclaimer before attempting any work in this FAQ. The factory throttle cable is too long. The carb has a metal bend in it. How to fix Frozen Throttle Cable , Brake Cable , Choke Cable on ATV Motorcycle Dirt bike - Duration: 4 :08. You must log in or register to reply here. Is there another stock throttle cable 1 inch shorter or will Thanks S/D. I recently changed out handlebars on my 2004 1300C from stock 'C' to 'R' handlebars. Moser 5 lug 8.8 w/9" ends, AFM PP, Team Z Sus., Fluidyne rad, 2.5" Harwood , etc.. :/ For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 901, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. After installing my Systemax intake and Holley TB, the throttle cable is way too long. Those oil pressures are fine. I ordered the Mancini throttle cable. The task of cleaning and lubricating your throttle and clutch cables is really simple. For those who don't know, the flat slide carbs use a different tip on the throttle cable. The throttle cable may seem like a simple part of your bike, but it can keep you from riding if not properly maintained or replaced. It wouldn't be visible at all which is a plus. My problem was the cable was much too long, dangled and melted on the exhaust (I'm using an sbp pipe with a flex pipe, I'll be replacing that soon though). not sure how you gained 2-3 inches of travel as the TB location on both intakes are the same.. Did you remove the EGR spacer? I'll give it a shot. For the throttle cable, the arm that connects to the engine though is loose though. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I The idle screw is turned out 4 and 1/2 turns. The clutch cable is perfect fit but the throttle cables are long. Right now my idea is to remove the upper and slightly remove enough material on both the valve over and lower side of the upper intake f9r the throttle cable to once again fit though this area. 1979 - 1995 (Fox, SN95.0, & 2.3L) -General/Talk-. I just recently replaced the carb on my 78 twinstar CM185 with an ever so slightly different one. I have to send the wire through that metal bend to get it into the carb. The only thing different is that I have a EGR spacer that's about 3/4" thick vs. the stock one. I also tucked/zip tied the throttle cable on my 393w and disconnected the cruise control cable and zip tied that out of the way. Coonass here. It'll be out of sight, with no discernible difference in pedal smoothness. When you closed the bonnet, the arched cable would be pushed to one side, putting a sharp bend in the cable at the carb The throttle cable is a bit too long when mounted in the cable bracket. My GM one is a take off but I can't recall what. This seems like a That cable would move just as freely bent in the "S" shape that it's in, or in a straight line. It suggests bending the top of the Throttle pedal, but I … Stock throttle cable is 1 inch too long. My '89 has a 351W with a TFS 351R intake, an EGR delete (so it's just got the ~1/2" thick spacer to hold the throttle cable bracket), and the engine is set back an inch on a MM K-member. I've found threads in which people talk about using a Lokar cable, but most of the thread are carb applications and/or the thread is incomplete (no pics, no explanation how they installed it once parts were in hand, etc). If you let it go for too long, you could be creating a dangerous situation where a cable gets stuck or It may not display this or other websites correctly. Looking for thoughts on this long list. theres too many linkages and the cable run length is too long.. causes jerky acceleration. Read as we take you through cable maintenance and install tips for a new ProX throttle cable. Reply: Oarwhat 23-May-18 1 Your throttle cable is adjusted wrong. I chose a screw with a long enough shank to make sure it couldn't drop out (but the 5 speed needs the cable adjusted up fairly tight anyway). The tb or end of the cable is probably hanging on the valve cover or associated stuff jammed in there. this throttle cable is at least 6 inches too long or more. My '89 has a 351W with a TFS 351R intake, an EGR delete (so it's just got the ~1/2" thick spacer to hold the throttle cable bracket), and the engine is set back an inch on a MM K-member. is this because the throttle cable is too long. Throttle cable, and pump cable simply come up around 2'' too short to make the connection there. I tried moving the cables several times to no avail. My cable allows this and am i ever glad because it was designed so that it can be cut several times, before it becomes too short to allow full CLOSED throttle -then all you have to do is cut off a bitt of housing. The throttle on my '05 CVO Electra Glide has about 1/4 turn of slack. I have a 98 Civic Coupe with a GSR swap. 1984 LTD station wagon (Former Dugan Racing wagon) in work 306, RPMII, T5, 4.10s. Swapping a 3.7L v6 into my 1966 Mustang, looking for a bit of ECU info. 89 LX: 308, AFR 165 Ren., FTI cam W/LSX style springs, TFS Box-R w/Accufab 75mm, TKO 600/Spec Stge 3, Quicktime bell, 31 spl. The cable should push it to idle without help from a spring 2. But quite often, it gets overlooked. common with cruise control. throttle cable too long jacketherington 17 jacketherington 17 Post Apr 14, 2012 #1 2012-04-15T00:32 I just installed my new pz19 carb. Getting my car decent. Could have been anything from a 75 Nova to an 86 S-10. But it's a last resort. I think I understand what MarkT is saying is the HVC carb side cable is too long for the short cap carburetor on the 74 DT250-360, therefore the HVC cable is likely based off the more common 75-76 DT250-DT400 as those models Im trying to work out a cable that will work. A forum community dedicated to Ford Mustang owners and enthusiasts. The only problem is that the throttle cable now seems too long. The cables are too long when routed between the forks. I guess the point is just as long as it isn't The taller engine + lack of EGR spacer + engine setback all add up to a throttle cable that's too damn long. JavaScript is disabled. Shortening the cable if possible seems like a better way to go... Can you put a spacer between upper and lower intake and put the cable above the vac line (if that is what that braided hose is) and the wiring ? . 3) HOW DO I FIX A THROTTLE CABLE THAT IS TOO LONG? After installing my Systemax intake and Holley TB, the throttle cable is way too long. On the other hand, I have started from the handlebar throttle, make the connection where the pump & throttle go into the slide. If you own a vintage vehicle, be it a car or a motor cycle, you may be forced to shorten the existing throttle cable because there may just be no alternative. I don't see the problem. It's slightly too long, but has a gentle sweeping curve in it and looks fine. As a result the cable looks like so: '89 GT convertible, N/A 357W, MM front susp w/425# coil-overs and Koni D/As, MM TA/PB rear setup (Koni Yellows, 390-430# springs), Stoptech 332mm / 12" Baers, MM 6 point rollbar, Maier 1.5" flared fenders & quarters, 18x9.5" front/18x10.5" rear Enkei RPF-1s (street), 18x10" CCW C-10s (track), etc... Gonna be putting a 351w in my coupe,so i guess i will have the same issue.I bought a 1" spacer,so maybe less so,but id like to see what else is available as well. Idle without help from a spring 2 Former Dugan Racing wagon ) in work 306, RPMII, T5 4.10s! Intake and then the firewall causing the issue frayed and bound up it binds up very badly making next... Though is loose though zip tied that out of sight, with no difference... Valve cover or associated stuff jammed in there of sight, with discernible! Swapping a 3.7L v6 into my 1966 Mustang, looking for a new carb throttle. 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