'39 dlx choke/throttle Cables?

[Newc]

Working on a '39 dlx [85V8] - the choke/throttle are cables Not rods. All parts bad.
even the yellow knobs gone- any source? checked 2 of the Big guys nothing?? Newc

[VeryTangled]

Originally Posted by Newc

Working on a '39 dlx [85V8] - the choke/throttle are cables Not rods. All parts bad.
even the yellow knobs gone- any source? checked 2 of the Big guys nothing?? Newc

Hi Newc, I don't have a 39 but I saw this and a couple of other bits on Michael Driskell's site www.thirdgenauto.com

Give him a ring, no telling what he's got in the warehouse and what kind of good advice he'll give you on the project.

[Kube]

Originally Posted by Newc

Working on a '39 dlx [85V8] - the choke/throttle are cables Not rods. All parts bad.
even the yellow knobs gone- any source? checked 2 of the Big guys nothing?? Newc

Newc,
The first design in '39 did in fact utilize cables. There are no reproductions.
When I'd restored an early '39, I had purchased cable by the foot and made my own with reproduction knobs.
I've attached a photo that pretty clearly ( I believe) depicts all of the pieces you need for a correct restoration of this design.

[mercman from oz]

Looking Good. Thanks for the Photo. Very helpful.

[Newc]

ahaa; The dreaded early style with a normal hood latch yet. And I have an early hood [39] in in stock and no one wants it also. thanks Newc

[Kube]

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Originally Posted by Newc

ahaa; The dreaded early style with a normal hood latch yet. And I have an early hood [39] in in stock and no one wants it also. thanks Newc

I'm surprised there's been no comment on the governor installation

That's a NOS piece compete with lead seal. Well, it was until I'd installed it. I did modify it internally so while it appears "perfect" it does not limit the speed.