Author Topic: Hood Release Cable (Read 10971 times)

69VETTE · « **on:** September 24, 2006, 04:00:24 PM »

Hello guys,

I Would like to know whether anyone knows where i can get a hood release cable made here in australia (preferably sydney). I only need the inner wire cable.

The cable to my 69vette broke (only hours ago) near the perforated tagg section.

I can order one from the states, buts its $45 US + shipping and i dont need the outer shield.

I still have all the parts.

Thanks

M:36

MADLT1 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 24, 2006, 04:56:19 PM »

hi 69 vette.thats a common problem with those cables,i have had it happen to me twice,what i did was go to the hardware store and bought a solid stianless steel cable,cxut it to lenght and had a guy weld or swet it int5o the two handles i have,now i have a spare and the one that is in it now has been there for about 18 months now and so far no problems.;42

Chromie · « **Reply #2 on:** September 24, 2006, 05:15:12 PM »

Hi 69vette
I assume that you mean the one inside the vehicle and has the"T" handle.
I use a multi strand cable which has the "T' handle (made in England).
I modify the original mount bracket by closing the eye and putting a 3/8" N/F thread.
It is then simply a matter of screwing the new cable assembly in and trim to suit.
So far I have had no come backs and I have been using this system for 20 years.
Welded cables tend to break where welded.
Most cable faults are caused by incorrect hood latch adjustemnts which puts a strain on the cables when pulled to release. :bold:};41

69VETTE · « **Reply #3 on:** September 24, 2006, 07:35:16 PM »

Hey Guys,

Thanks for the feedback. The cable im acutually referring to is the one which is mounted to the underside of the hood that connects the hoodlatch.

The cable is in a black sheath and on one end had a flat metal with perforations where the cable is connected by press squeeze.

In the corvette americal catalogue its part no 2346 on pg 315.

Thanks

Can anyone tell me whether there is a difference between the 69-76 model hood release cable and that of the 77-82? Cause theres a $20 US price difference.

Ta.

M;36

Chromie · « **Reply #4 on:** September 24, 2006, 07:58:42 PM »

Hi 69vette
Yes there is a difference the 1978-82 is on the firewall
Pre 1977 is on the hood
I recommend that you run the original type as they never really fail under "normal" conditions
Measure the cable lenght before ordering as there are some different lenghts most were between 1968 & 1972. After that they stayed to one length.
;30;46

69VETTE · « **Reply #5 on:** September 24, 2006, 08:16:54 PM »

Thanks Chromie,

I believe one end is fixed ( with the perforated metal end) and the other end is the one that has the tie down wire cable grip. (something like what they use on bike brakes)

Thanks for the advice.

In the catalogues that i have checked, i believe the wire comes with the black sheith, and its dated 69-76.

Cheers.

M;36

But is anyone still knows where i can get one made, all suggestions welcomed.

Chromie · « **Reply #6 on:** September 24, 2006, 09:27:00 PM »

Hi 69vette
If you want a cable made I use "Flexible Drive Agencies"
Their Sydney phone # 97387777 they are in Regents Park
Naturally they will need a sample
Make sure you do all your mearurements
Hope this helps;41;41;28

69VETTE · « **Reply #7 on:** September 26, 2006, 08:53:41 PM »

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Originally posted by Chromie
Hi 69vette
If you want a cable made I use "Flexible Drive Agencies"
Their Sydney phone # 97387777 they are in Regents Park
Naturally they will need a sample
Make sure you do all your mearurements
Hope this helps;41;41;28

Hello Chromie,

Yeah i know them as i have recently replaced the tacho cable inner that broke.

I really don't think that they could do a replacement like the one under the bonnet, i think i will order it from the states as i would like to keep it as original as possible.

Thanks

M;36

Cameron 77C3 · « **Reply #8 on:** September 27, 2006, 10:53:58 AM »

69Vette. You do know that you can buy that cable from Chromie's business. In case you don't know, he is the owner of Corvette Alterations here in Sydney. He has been too polite to say so. He's got on here to sincerely help us out and didn't want to be seen to be promoting his business. But I think it's safe to let you know who he is. He is one genuine bloke.

Whilst the part will be more expensive than buying direct from the states you will not have to worry about freight costs and:-

(A) You have it almost straight away
(B) If there are any problems you don't have to deal with someone half way across the world in a different time zone.

Cam

69VETTE · « **Reply #9 on:** September 27, 2006, 02:17:11 PM »

Thanks for the advice Cam.

M;36

Chromie · « **Reply #10 on:** September 28, 2006, 01:33:25 PM »

Hi cam
Thanks for the pat on the back
You now have 5,000 rewards points
And yes I do have that part in stock
Cheers:24;41;42

MADLT1 · « **Reply #11 on:** September 28, 2006, 03:55:58 PM »

how much would a part like that sell for chromie?:mmm

Chromie · « **Reply #12 on:** September 28, 2006, 04:04:39 PM »

Hi MADLT1
The ones I have are genuine or reproduction "GM Restoration"
The 1969-76 is $188.70 + G.S.T. the cable is 31.75" long
Some of the others are cheaper some are more expensive depending upon the Australian dollar and how they were shipped at the time.;46;42