Recently the manual shut off was hard to pull and push. Replacing a new teleflex cable would be difficult job so I tried inserting a new cable ( well
lubed)into the sheath. Now My manual shutoff is as smooth as butter.
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manual engine shut off
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Posts: 144 04/04/08 07:58:48 |
I need to do that - thanks
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pdrimmer |
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Posts: 163 04/04/08 10:02:27 |
When my cable got stuck and broke I replaced it with an electric shutoff. Works great and is an upgrade (sort of) to the boat.
The first mate loves it. |
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Posts: 39 04/04/08 11:16:13 |
Peter,
Is the cable a Teleflex part, if so what part number? Where did you get it? Would removing and greasing the old cable be as effective as replacement? Thanks for the tip.
Bob
Nalu Kai #590 1997 2-Cabin Mk II Wilmington, California |
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peter |
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Posts: 257 04/05/08 06:27:45 |
Original installations bend the cable making it hard to remove until the bend is cut, still leaving enough cable to pull out and inspect, if there is no rust or major defect you could sand , relube and try. Previously I have tried to regrease on another boat without much luck. As most cables use the same diameter stainless cable inside, I bought the cheapest and longer than needed cable ($21 ). The Stainless barrel end was the right diameter for dieing screw threads to match the handle later , however until that is done I used a long bolt with two nuts and a barrel nut to serve as a handle temporarily. |
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davewollin |
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Posts: 39 06/28/08 11:50:58 |
My engine shutoff has become real stiff inspite of my attemps to lube it. Paul, you mentioned an electric shutoff. This sounds like it's worth a try.
What did you get, where did you get it, how long did it take to install, and how much did it cost $$$$ ???
Thanks Dave Wollin Summersault C42 #605
Thanks,
Dave Wollin Summersault 1998 C42 MKII # 605 Tri Cabin |
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Posts: 47 06/29/08 13:29:27 |
I went with a whole new cable. It really wasn't hard to do. It works great now.
Steve Eller, Hull #446, 3 cabin, Annapolis, MD
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pdrimmer |
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Posts: 163 06/30/08 04:10:50 |
Dave,
I will look through all of my records and get you the info. Bottom line, works great! |
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Posts: 39 07/01/08 16:20:46 |
Paul,
Thanks I look forward to your info. Meanwhile, I lubed it again. It works somewhat better for a week or so, then gets stiff. Dave
Thanks,
Dave Wollin Summersault 1998 C42 MKII # 605 Tri Cabin |
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pdrimmer |
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Posts: 163 07/01/08 18:47:29 |
Dave,
I sent you my E mail address. Send me yours and I will forward the info. Paul |
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