throttle cable

[tony 73]

I can order a new shorter or adjustable one but need it now, so can I shorten this one ?

 Thinking I could carefully cut the plastic coated wire hollow cable being carefull not to cut the throttle cable. Take a section ,for example 2", out, and re crimp the wire at peddle end. Anyone tried this ? With xmas mail a new one would be 2 weeks away.
 All ideas welcome
Thanks tony

[Chryco Psycho]

Why do you need it shorter ?
 if it will reach it will work , can you get full throttle ?
Dave @ Roseville should be able to overnight a cable to you also should have it by wed if you call in  the AM

[tony 73]

Is the original cable and was linked to a 2 barrel carb on a 318. With the 383, performer manifold and 4 barrel it is too long by about 2".
Times like this I wish I lived in the USA. Am in little NZ  . Post will take up to 10 days.
 Will have another look at cable.
Thanks Neil,
tony

[Chryco Psycho]

so why is it too long , most cables have a coil between the firewall & throttle cable bracket to allow for some engine movement , , if the throttle cable will not pull the throttle open fully you can slide the outer housing back in the throttle cable bracket

[brads70]

I'm wondering if you have the right (or one that will work?) bracket at the carb?  Got a picture of the carb set up?

[tony 73]

Friend came out and made an extention to the stock bracket. Works great. Thanks for the feedback fellers.