Cable Size

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michael curtin

Registered User

Vancouver, WA

• Aug 12, 2006

• #1

Can anyone tell me the size and type of the control cables ? I'am at the point of ordering cable for the rudder, elevator,alieron, trim for my project I have tryed the search but no luck

 

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CptKelly

GONE WEST

NC

• Aug 12, 2006

• #2

Cable size...

I believe all the control cables on my Smith Kit are 1/8". The trim is much smaller, probably 1/16". I hope that helps.

Mike

 

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michael curtin

Registered User

Vancouver, WA

• Aug 13, 2006

• #3

Thanks that does help 1/8 and 1/16 was what I measured on the pullies but was'nt sure

Mike

 

Steve Pierce

BENEFACTOR

Graham, TX

• Aug 13, 2006

• #4

Here is a good thread from several years ago on the subject of control cables. Piper used 1/8" for primary cables and 1/16" for trim.

http://www.supercub.org/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=391&highlight=galvanised+stainless

 

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michael curtin

Registered User

Vancouver, WA

• Aug 13, 2006

• #5

Thanks Steve that was good reading, I guess I need to have my kids show me how to use the search words , I didn't see that before.

Mike

 

On Patrol

BENEFACTOR

Wentworth NH" The WAD" NH96

• Aug 13, 2006

• #6

Hi Mike,
Shoot Tony Cesare up to Millinocket Maine an E Mail at wbav@midmaine.net They run a great little side business constructing custom cables at a decent cost and are familiar with all sizes. You will see them advertising in Club Clues under endless cable. If you want to call you can reach them at
207-723-4375 EDST
Good Luck
John

 

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michael curtin

Registered User

Vancouver, WA

• Aug 13, 2006

• #7

Thanks John I call them tomorrow Mike