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bony · 21-01-2013, 17:45

Hi,
After renovating my boat I have to relocate my engine control cables which are the red Morse 33C type. If I follow the original route they will now be too short. So I will take a different path to reach the engine, but it means having too negotiate a couple of tight corners. Does anyone know what the minimum radius these Morse cables can safely tolerate without jamming?

I am trying to avoid buying longer cables if I can.

Thanks,
bony.

casual · 21-01-2013, 18:00

Two things I,did after doing just what you did.One buy the better gradr of cables less friction and move a lot easier.Two buy longer cables and make as big a turn as you can.Sharp bend's create friction.In sharp bend's they may not jam but will surely stiffen movement.

bony · 21-01-2013, 18:24

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Originally Posted by casual

Two things I,did after doing just what you did.One buy the better gradr of cables less friction and move a lot easier.Two buy longer cables and make as big a turn as you can.Sharp bend's create friction.In sharp bend's they may not jam but will surely stiffen movement.

Thanks for the advice. I was trying to save a few bucks by using the old cables but I guess new longer ones would be the better, commonsense approach.

Cheers,
bony

shakey doug · 21-01-2013, 18:33

G'day'
Teleflex cables eqivilient to the morse 33c cable recommend 8'' radius minium bends.

bobconnie · 21-01-2013, 19:13

8 to 10 inchs is what Morse recommends in there shop books, at least in my 30 yr old books from them !

bony · 21-01-2013, 19:14

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Originally Posted by shakey doug

G'day'
Teleflex cables eqivilient to the morse 33c cable recommend 8'' radius minium bends.

Thanks Shakey Doug,
That what I wanted to know. Looks like new cables will be required.

Cheers.

**roverhi** · 21-01-2013, 19:27

How long are your cables?? I redid the engine installation and installed new controls. Throttle cable is now too long by a couple of feet. A trade might work to our mutual benefit. Will get a measurement on mine if you are interested. The shift cable is still good for length so only talking throttle cable.

bony · 21-01-2013, 19:37

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Originally Posted by roverhi

How long are your cables?? I redid the engine installation and installed new controls. Throttle cable is now too long by a couple of feet. A trade might work to our mutual benefit. Will get a measurement on mine if you are interested. The shift cable is still good for length so only talking throttle cable.

Hi Pete,
I need them to be about 16.5 feet (5.0M). My old ones are around 13 feet(4.2M). A swap is a good idea except for the fact I live in Australia, a long way from Hawaii.

bony.

bony · 21-01-2013, 19:39

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Originally Posted by roverhi

How long are your cables?? I redid the engine installation and installed new controls. Throttle cable is now too long by a couple of feet. A trade might work to our mutual benefit. Will get a measurement on mine if you are interested. The shift cable is still good for length so only talking throttle cable.

But thanks for the offer anyway.

**roverhi** · 21-01-2013, 19:48

Doubt if my throttle cable is long enough. I'll measure it tomorrow to be sure. Last time I checked there was still mail service to Oz. Have thought about a trip down under so might even be able to deliver it in person.