Evinrude cable differences and wanted
Evinrude cable differences and wanted
Guys, being relatively new to the Evinrude can someone explain the difference between the 400 series and 479 series control cables. I need two sets of the correct sort for my 1969 25hp engine, one pair 10ft long, one pair 14ft long. I have a nice clean smooth running pair 8 ft long if anyone needs them or wants a swap?
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Re: Evinrude cable differences and wanted
As far as I know, 479 are post '79 and can be distinguished by the closed ends, normally plastic at one end and brass the controller end. 400 are normally plain wire at both ends & require a kit on the engine side, and at the controller the ends are crimped to the inserts with small grub screws. It depends what controller you have - there are 5 different types of 3 styles for both 479 and 400 cables - Simplex, Shipmaster, Control Master, etc - but post '79 cables coupled to the ubiquitous modern Ultraflex / Teleflex single lever controller (handle pulls out for fast idle / gear disengage) don't have the necessary throttle throw for the early motors, so avoid going down this route. I have a 15ft NOS 400 style cable (type 'O'), if you need.
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I don't recognise the end pieces in the 1st pic. Have you got the controller? Post a pic if you can..
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I think is a period aftermarket version (old style Ultraflex/Teleflex?) - I've seen one recently ...maybe in the club spares? Those cable ends should come off & will be needed if you keep the controller.
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Re: Evinrude cable differences and wanted
Thanks Rapier, yes I want too keep it, it fits well with the boat style. So that's a pair of 400 cables I need, do you have a pair or just the one?
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Have definitely got the one, I think is 15ft - will measure it tomorrow, but will hunt for another close to that.
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Sorry is 18ft! You'd be hard pressed to lose 4ft. Why I have it is a mystery, suspect too many years of hoarding.
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Re: Evinrude cable differences and wanted
No probs Buddy and thanks for checking, at least I now know what to get thanks to your help, cheers.