1976 Cutlass Shift Cable Problems
#1
1976 Cutlass Shift Cable Problems
I need to replace the console shift cable on my 76 Cutlass but I haven't had any luck finding a replacement cable. The eyelet to eyelet length of the cable is 30".
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks - Dave Morris
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks - Dave Morris
Last edited by Salon 76; March 18th, 2017 at 06:00 AM.
#2
#3
The GM part number for the cable you need is 416753... It should fit from 73 thru 76 (77??)... It is discontinued, but maybe a GM dealer can try a parts locator search... It's a long shot, but you never know what an old dealership might have on the shelf...
#5
The Ebay cable looked to be the perfect solution but upon installation I was unable to accommodate the additional 1" length (31" vs 30") without binding.
A friend fabricated a stainless steel sleeve to provide support to the damaged portion of the original cable and this solution is working at this time.
Other than a major exhaust leak at the catalytic converter, everything works well and my 76 Salon is back on the road after 14 years.
A friend fabricated a stainless steel sleeve to provide support to the damaged portion of the original cable and this solution is working at this time.
Other than a major exhaust leak at the catalytic converter, everything works well and my 76 Salon is back on the road after 14 years.
Last edited by Salon 76; March 18th, 2017 at 09:29 AM.
#6
I think you can get those through Rock Auto. I bought my Hurst shifter cable for the 76 through them. 75 hurst share the same console with 76/77 but with the opening for the Hurst dual gate.
Back to the point, I believe they have a stock replacement cable.
Alex
Back to the point, I believe they have a stock replacement cable.
Alex
#7
I wish that they did but I haven't been able to find one in their online catalog. Any idea what sub-section the cable is listed in?
#8
Have you tried LOKAR ? I'm sure they would be pricey but that may be an option. I have the LOKAR catalogue ill take a look.
Have you checked out the new http//73-77oldsmobile.freeforums.net/ site ? Maybe someone would have an extra shifter cable over ther.
Good to hear you got er' running and back on the road after sitting for 14 years !!
I hope this helps
Eric
Have you checked out the new http//73-77oldsmobile.freeforums.net/ site ? Maybe someone would have an extra shifter cable over ther.
Good to hear you got er' running and back on the road after sitting for 14 years !!
I hope this helps
Eric
#9
Dave,
Lokar shows console shifter cables for TH-350 and the TH-400.
It appears as thou they only come in lengths of 6-8-12-16 and 23" .
The column shifter cables go up to 32" .
The part number for the 23" is ATS6350A
Eric
Lokar shows console shifter cables for TH-350 and the TH-400.
It appears as thou they only come in lengths of 6-8-12-16 and 23" .
The column shifter cables go up to 32" .
The part number for the 23" is ATS6350A
Eric
#10
Eric - Thanks for the input! From my experience with the other cable, I'll keep looking for the 30" length. Luckily for me the cable itself is not damaged, just the outer housing which is not under stress in this application.
Dave
Dave
#11
Might be a bit late, but here is one on ebay even with the tunnel grommet
http://www.ebay.com/itm/73-74-75-76-...IsRdiA&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/73-74-75-76-...IsRdiA&vxp=mtr
#14
The key is to find one that is 30" long. I have looked at a number of shift cables online but have yet to find one that is the correct length.
#16
#17
You'll have to get one from a 73 or 74 and then drill new holes in your frame for it to fit.
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