formariz 11,865 #1 Posted January 23 So I have grown tired of the throttle cable woes on my plow tractor the Electro 12. Got tired of losing clothes pins and readjusting the needle nosed vise-grips. I am going to try this new type. It has everything I need , vernier adjustment, automatic locking steps every 1/16” of travel, locking feature for all adjustments and a quick release bypassing all of the previously mentioned features. Big easy to adjust knobs while wearing heavy gloves. Engine end connections is identical and perfect for the big Kohler. Cable instead of a wire will also tolerate tight turns easier and operate smoother. The only difficulty will be fitting the large mechanism next to tank but I am sure I’ll conquer that. Substantially costlier than a regular one but I believe it will be much superior and last longer. 2 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,086 #2 Posted January 23 @formariz https://www.grainger.com/product/44N750?gucid=N:N:PS:Paid:GGL:CSM-2295:4P7A1P:20501231&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA5L2tBhBTEiwAdSxJX1xROSbMiAXtPqJHzJCNuPafKHVC0TDnwxmNVTkigvucvbdex_zeghoCvd8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds , been using super lube for years , temp range 450 plus / - 60 , hardware stores have it on shelf for about $ 7 . makes cables work consistently easy , Pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,865 #3 Posted January 23 Just now, peter lena said: @formariz https://www.grainger.com/product/44N750?gucid=N:N:PS:Paid:GGL:CSM-2295:4P7A1P:20501231&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA5L2tBhBTEiwAdSxJX1xROSbMiAXtPqJHzJCNuPafKHVC0TDnwxmNVTkigvucvbdex_zeghoCvd8QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds , been using super lube for years , temp range 450 plus / - 60 , hardware stores have it on shelf for about $ 7 . makes cables work consistently easy , Pete My biggest issue is the locking feature stopping to function eventually all the time. I want to be able to precisely control throttle depending on what area I am cleaning since my property varies greatly in inclination. I don’t have issues with cable freezing since tractor is stored indoors. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,086 #4 Posted January 23 @formariz added very light extension springs to my throttle linkage levers , numerous extra holes . has really made a difference in response / setting detail , have the spring pulling to assist closed throttle , think about that , with every setting you will have a spring assisting movement . also added a perforated , steel spring go to spot , for spring pull point . have it on my 3 horses , works every time . Pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peter lena 8,086 #5 Posted January 23 @formariz https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/ things that have worked for me , pete Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 17,164 #6 Posted January 23 1 hour ago, formariz said: So I have grown tired of the throttle cable woes on my plow tractor the Electro 12. Got tired of losing clothes pins and readjusting the needle nosed vise-grips. I am going to try this new type. It has everything I need , vernier adjustment, automatic locking steps every 1/16” of travel, locking feature for all adjustments and a quick release bypassing all of the previously mentioned features. Big easy to adjust knobs while wearing heavy gloves. Engine end connections is identical and perfect for the big Kohler. Cable instead of a wire will also tolerate tight turns easier and operate smoother. The only difficulty will be fitting the large mechanism next to tank but I am sure I’ll conquer that. Substantially costlier than a regular one but I believe it will be much superior and last longer. If it works please share the source. I am running short of clothes pins 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,980 #7 Posted January 23 (edited) Springs don't work. If you having trouble with cable being hard to move making the cable longer so it "gives/ deflects" helps a lot. Biggest issue with cables is getting them to stay locked. Please let us know the source @formariz Edited January 23 by squonk 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,270 #8 Posted January 23 Yep. Locked is locked until they ain't locked. I'd be interested in the source too. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ri702bill 7,360 #9 Posted January 23 1 hour ago, ebinmaine said: Yep. Locked is locked until they ain't locked. I'd be interested in the source too. As long as it ain't a JD product !!! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 35,903 #10 Posted January 24 4 hours ago, formariz said: I want to be able to precisely control throttle depending on what area I am cleaning I set all my engine RPM around 3K then use the motion control foot pedal to adjust the tractor movement. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,270 #11 Posted January 24 41 minutes ago, ri702bill said: As long as it ain't a JD product !!! I got paint. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
J854D 128 #12 Posted January 24 The picture of that cable reminds me of what was called a PTO control cable that we had access to when I was in the parts business some years back. I think they were used in trucks that had dump beds and such. -JD- 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick3478 375 #13 Posted January 25 A lot of the old Bolens Husky tractors had a twist lock throttle IIRC. Don't know if that part is available, but might be worth investigating? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,865 #14 Posted January 25 On 1/23/2024 at 7:48 PM, J854D said: The picture of that cable reminds me of what was called a PTO control cable that we had access to when I was in the parts business some years back. I think they were used in trucks that had dump beds and such. -JD- It is also advertised as a PTO cable. Seen them also referred to as aircraft throttle cables. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,865 #15 Posted January 25 On 1/23/2024 at 4:11 PM, squonk said: Please let us know the source @formariz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 38,980 #16 Posted January 26 (edited) 10 feet seems long enough! A standard locking cable at the show is $30 so not a bad deal if it works. Edited January 26 by squonk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formariz 11,865 #17 Posted January 26 2 hours ago, squonk said: 10 feet seems long enough! A standard locking cable at the show is $30 so not a bad deal if it works. Once you click on one, different options as to length come up. I got six feet. It’s also a few dollars less. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
