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Technical => General Tech Discussion => Topic started by: cokefirst on 2026-04-01 20:45

Title: Windshield wiper cable
Post by: cokefirst on 2026-04-01 20:45
I am doing a restoration on a 1957 Country Sedan,  I have removed the entire wiper and cable system and I also have a unit I cut out of a junker just so that this gets properly installed.  My question is about the cable material itself.  Is there a source for the original size cable so that I can put new cable in the system.  My cable appears to be OK, but I would be more comfortable with a new cable and the crimps for the ends of the cable.  Has anyone done this?
Title: Re: Windshield wiper cable
Post by: lalessi2 on 2026-04-02 08:09
Just Google "custom wire rope and cable" there are companies that specialize in assemblies... Good luck and keep us posted!

Lynn
Title: Re: Windshield wiper cable
Post by: RICH MUISE on 2026-04-02 10:00
I'm trying to remember the name of the company that made my e-brake cables, maybe "CONTROL CABLES"?. They possibly might already have the '57 wiper cables info.
Title: Re: Windshield wiper cable
Post by: cokefirst on 2026-04-21 20:10
I tried Control Cables, and sent them photos of the mechanism with the cable attached.  They did not get back to me.  I may try and make an in person visit to see if that stirs something up.  I am amazed at the complexity of this system.