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20th May 2022, 18:18 | #1 |
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Urgent request - V6 accelerator cable
Anyone got a spare accelerator cable (2.5KV6 auto)?
Mine is fraying, and when I take my foot off, the cable sticks in the open position so that the reves stay high. Stewart |
20th May 2022, 18:52 | #2 |
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How urgent? Rimmers have them in stock https://rimmerbros.com/Item--i-SBB000130
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20th May 2022, 20:08 | #3 |
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Accelerator cable
Hi Stewart,
I had the same problem but it was the small spring at the end of the cable (next to inlet manifold) which was dirty and sticky. I sprayed WD 40 a few times, manually activated the spring up and down, and problem solved Hope this helps, Best wishes Phil |
21st May 2022, 09:41 | #4 |
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Definitely a frayed cable; the frayed bit enters the sleeve then sticks. I've now ordered a new one from Rimmers so that should be ok.
As for WD40, I wouldn't use it. It is a water dispersing fluid (though they do other fluids which are not so common to find - WD40 is just the brand name). Oil, particularly penetrating oil, is what you should use. Or if an electrical problem use a switch cleaner like Servisol. |
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Wd40
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Since your preference is for a penetrating oil it seems to fit that bill according to the manufacturer. I used it recently to lubricate a friend's completely dry bonnet release catch and it was extremely effective. Simon
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