Source for OMC remote cables and 2 lever control parts

[vtfireman85]

Is there a source for new or NOS parts for the old 60’s OMC control cables? Also the wear parts inside the controls? Mine are old, in not the greatest shape and stiff as wedding day… nevermind. Anyway, I’d like to replace them but all I come up with is used takeoff that’s likely to be as bad as mine.

[rco]

The cables are still available new from Teleflex and Seastar, probably others. Marine engine has had all the parts I have needed for the 50’s/60’s control boxes.

[Steve D]

These might help…

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[frankr]

This is the older style control if that is what you have.

[outbdnut2]

Here’s a link to a list of Teleflex "400" cables that will work great and are priced reasonable – several online places sell them – this one just happens to have nice list. They can be hard to find at some online companies without a model number. Teleflex does not have the cable ends:

http://www.boatersland.com/enginesystems-controlcables-tel400.html

Like RCO said, Marineengine.com is my go-to place for OEM parts. Inside the control box assembly, a bit of lube sometimes does wonders.
Dave

[amuller]

I think you have to expect to take them apart and clean/lube everything. It’s nor hard as long as you have a parts breakdown and keep track of all the pieces. Likewise the old style cables with removable ends can have the core wire pulled out. I don’t know what the proper procedure is but I hang mine from a 2nd story window and flush ATF through them. Same with steering cables. Of course if there are bad kinks or rusted places don’t waste time with them.

[vtfireman85]

Thanks guys. The innards of mine are clean and lubed but are worn. Those are some great resources and that parts breakdown just made my day!
Thank you.
I’m not sure if my cables have removable ends, the ends are fine but I’ll check them
Tomorrow

[frankr]

If the ends are not removable, it is much newer than 1960’s. Fast forward about 20 years or so—
http://www.marineengine.com/parts/johns … &sid=36621

[76-j]

Recommended by Dan in Tennessee; for vintage OMC parts, and many other brands is

https://pinelakeparts.com/

[Buccaneer]

quote 76-J:

Recommended by Dan in Tennessee; for vintage OMC parts, and many other brands is

https://pinelakeparts.com/

There’s only about four items showing on their web page.
They mention an EBay store, but I find no link, nor
can I find it on EBay.
What am I missing?

Prepare to be boarded!

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