455 positive cable with block

Discussion in 'Ebay Parts and Cars' started by marxjunk, Jan 25, 2018.

  1. marxjunk

    marxjunk Well-Known Member

  2. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    I wonder if there's a way to install a new cable in this block?

    I replaced my cable last year and remember cutting the old one off at each end of the block. I'd planned to drop it down again this year and install it correctly but looking at those photos, that doesn't seem like it'll be happening.
     
  3. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    I make a two piece reproduction.
     
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  4. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    Do tell...
     
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  5. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    They look like these?

    Screenshot_20180125-162249.jpg 20180125_162341.png
     
  6. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    I make them on an on order basis using a third party 3D printing service. They can usually fill the order within a week or two. They're expensive to make so I only order one or two at a time. I split the "tube" that the cable goes through so you can install the Lectric Limited cable in it. And being 2 piece, they are re-usable.
     
  7. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    Good to know!
     
  8. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    And the NOS cable block is different than what came in the car originally. The original equipment one doesnt have the open areas where the cable passes through. The original block is solid. The one I repro is correct.
     
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  9. taf44667

    taf44667 69 Vert 4-Speed

    My NOS one is enclosed and matches what came out of car. Looks like this
    Block.jpg
     
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  10. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    Terry must have an early NOS unit. That's what it supposed to look like
     
  11. dentman

    dentman Well-Known Member

    Buick64203 (Jason) makes a great looking repo. Just got one from him, but not installed yet. Todd
     
  12. OHC JOE

    OHC JOE Mullet Mafia since 2020

    How much are these I'm interested in one unit for my car
     
  13. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    It's crazy that they wouldn't make it so you could remove the cable if need be.
     
  14. BYoung

    BYoung Stage me

    X2
     
  15. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    I just ordered three from my supplier. There was a slight price increase but I can still offer them for $100 plus shipping. I should have them by the first week of February. One of them I promised to Brett. One day, one of these might actually make it onto one of my cars
     
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  16. Brett Slater

    Brett Slater Super Moderator Staff Member

    Can you post a picture of your handy work?
     
  17. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    Only pictures I have. Should give you an idea.


    20160426_201351[1].jpg 20160426_201453[1].jpg
     
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  18. gszinny

    gszinny Platinum Level Contributor


    PM sent
     
  19. Mike Trom

    Mike Trom Platinum Level Contributor

    Are they 3D printed?

    Edit: Never mind, I read the entire thread. To make an injection mold would be big$$$
     
  20. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    Yes
     

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