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Pearson Boats - Common Systems => Engine and Drive Train => Topic started by: Frayed Knot on October 18, 2022, 12:58:08 PM

Title: throttle cable end
Post by: Frayed Knot on October 18, 2022, 12:58:08 PM

I have an Volvo MD11c.  The throttle control cable end, that connects to the ball on throttle shaft is shot.  It is also plastic.  I am looking for replacement or part number.  Any help would be appreciated.

Title: Re: throttle cable end
Post by: Dolce_Vita on October 19, 2022, 09:47:13 AM

I believe Pearson originally used Morse cables.  Searching for "Morse Throttle Cable" leads to this:

https://www.amazon.com/Control-Throttle-Cable-Female-Thread/dp/B00W8BZ1PI/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=morse+cable&qid=1666186819&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjMwIiwicXNhIjoiNC40NSIsInFzcCI6IjMuNjIifQ%3D%3D&sr=8-7

Might be what you're looking for.

Title: Re: throttle cable end
Post by: Frayed Knot on October 20, 2022, 07:18:13 AM

The ball end is part of the throttle shaft on the motor it does not unscrew.  I will keep looking.  The threaded end to the plastic piece  is 5mm or 10-32, not sure of ball size will have to measure this weekend.  I had better hurry leaving for our annual race in Southport.NC Thursday the 28th.  If I have to use zip ties to hold it on I will...