Hello y'all. I need some help. I'm trying to find an assembly with the tensioners, cables, etc. I have a new electric motor, but the tensioners and cables need to be replaced. Where can a person find these?? Thanks in advance!!
Preston
I'd check with Roger in Kansas. He's listed in our listings of salvage yards known to have '57 Fords. JFYI:...The cable and pulleys are unique to '57's....'58's are different. If Roger doesn't have them, any of the other sources listed may, except I think the Desert Valley cars maybe are too stripped out to still have them. I've been to Roger's place, I didn't see the 40 or 50 cars he told another member he had, but he definetly has at least 20, and not too awfully stripped.
The cables can be made with hardware store steel cable and crimp sleeves. I've done it but sorry don't have any photos or documentation.
My usual suggestion. Steve Pierce, 29 palms CA, 310-631-0053. He's great.
I have a complete set that is in excellent condition, have even been media blasted. The baffles were not included. I think I paid around $60 on Ebay. Always think we need spares. Time to get rid of spares now that car is finished. You can call me at 406-491-2882. I will be leaving for AZ on the 2nd. Tom.