Footbox Air Cable

CriticalMass · #1 (**permalink**) 03-12-2016, 04:29 PM

Does anybody have a source for footbox air push/pull cable replacements?

My passenger side cable is seized from corrosion near the battery tray. I thought I would be able to remove it, buy a universal push/pull cable, attach it to my existing knob, and reinstall. From closer inspection it looks like the knob/cable is one assembly and I'll have to buy the whole thing. I'm looking for the "correct" replacement so that the knob matches the others.

PaulProe · #2 (**permalink**) 03-12-2016, 07:35 PM

post a picture of the knob you're trying to match. There are multiple types in use.

Paul

CriticalMass · #3 (**permalink**) 03-12-2016, 11:55 PM

Sorry about the focus.

It could be universal for all I know, but if ERA provided them with the kit or recommended a supplier (I don't see anything in the manual), then it's a good bet that this is of that type.

It looks like the barb that comes out the back of the knob is crimped onto the push/pull cable wire. I may be able to undo the crimp and replace the cable but I'd like to see what my options are for purchasing a replacement before I start destructively modifying this one.

strictlypersonl · #4 (**permalink**) 03-13-2016, 04:42 AM

That knob doesn't look familiar. We currently use a cable from millsupply.com, part number 17-406, modified with a different (scripted) knob.

DanEC · #5 (**permalink**) 03-13-2016, 04:59 AM

Also, if it's of any importance to you, ERA can provide the cables with an accurate reproduction of the original fluted pull knobs and with lettering on them. They cost a little more than the standard knob cables. This was the case from several years ago and Strictlypersonal can verify if they still use both styles.

Mongoose930 · #6 (**permalink**) 03-13-2016, 06:14 AM

Moss sells the original style cables depending on the length you need:

https://mossmotors.smugmug.com/search#q=331-330

https://mossmotors.smugmug.com/search#q=331-320

This guy sells all of the original style knobs:

Austin Healey 3000 BN4 to BJ8 AC Cobra Ford GT40 Dash Knob PULL17H1493 Cold Air | eBay

CriticalMass · #7 (**permalink**) 03-13-2016, 10:35 AM

Thanks for the info guys. I'll try to fit a new cable to the one I've got and if I can't make that happen I'll replace both sides with your suggestions so that they match.