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Old 05-14-2018, 07:54 AM   #1
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Default Source for short speedo cables?

Hi folks, I'm looking for a source for short/custom length speedometer cables. I need a set for my columbia rectifier, but can't come up with the cables anywhere! I picked up the speedometer rectifier box by itself, and cables are hard to come by/people want an arm and a leg for them. I thought about picking up 2 standard length cables, but they're 70-ish inches long, and that's way too much to tie up, hence the need for shorter/custom cables.

If anyone has any suggestions, I'm all ears!

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Old 05-14-2018, 08:30 AM   #2
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Default Re: Source for short speedo cables?

Try Rusty from Speedometer Service in Colorado. I guy I know who sells gauges recommended him. I've never used him, but will be shortly.
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Old 05-14-2018, 08:38 AM   #3
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Default Re: Source for short speedo cables?

I'd recommend talking to Rusty at http://www.speedoservice.com/home.html.
I had a short custom length cable made to go from my Columbia speedo "transmission" to the turtle on the torque tube last year. The cable was exactly what I wanted, excellent quality and was shipped very quickly, all very reasonable.

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Great info. Thanks fellas!
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Old 05-14-2018, 11:20 AM   #5
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Rusty is the man! Good follow up service too!
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