Jack Moody 3 #1 Posted October 23, 2023 I need a new locking throttle cable but when I enter 856 it always gives me a 43 in cable but mine only measures 33 inches 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 21,318 #2 Posted October 24, 2023 Not sure where you are entering the tractor model number. Try getting into our manuals section to get the part number for the throttle cable. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 67,529 #3 Posted October 24, 2023 Likely you'll want to trim the replacement cable(s). A "Z" bender and good pair of wire snips will work fine. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 8,326 #4 Posted October 24, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, ebinmaine said: Likely you'll want to trim the replacement cable(s). A "Z" bender and good pair of wire snips will work fine. Those are fairly easy to shorten and rebend - cut the new cable Z off and remove the inner cable to cut the outer sheath and not damage the cable. Reinstall the inner cable, lightly lube it before you do - Marvel Mystery Oil works great. Loosely install the shortened assembly BEFORE you do the "Z" bend. Cables have a natural curl to them - mark the direction you want the Z to end up pointing to. Then add the double bend. This allows for better free motion not fighting a twisted cable. Practice on the part you cut if needed. Not having a "Z" bend tool, I have used the choke lever from a scrap carb as a mandrel with excellent results..... Bill Edited October 24, 2023 by ri702bill 5 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 27,587 #5 Posted October 24, 2023 17 hours ago, Jack Moody said: I enter 856 it always gives me a 43 in cable but mine only measures 33 inches These tractors are getting up into there in age. The companies that make the new parts try to make them fit several models. For throttle & choke cables you will most often have to trim the new cables to fit your application. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Horse Newbie 7,070 #6 Posted October 24, 2023 to !!! We are glad you are here ! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oliver2-44 9,756 #7 Posted October 24, 2023 Looks like the guys have you taken care of. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kpinnc 12,065 #8 Posted October 24, 2023 I would also suggest drilling and adding a small roll pin on the throttle cable handle as well. It makes the locking function last much longer. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jack Moody 3 #9 Posted October 24, 2023 Thanks guys you’ve all been good help I’ve been on the sight several times getting information but this is the first time I’ve posted anything I appreciate all the help 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
