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Old 12-02-2012, 03:00 AM
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Well this one lasted 2 weeks, maybe 3. So I'm about to order a new cable this time an adj cable and also taking out the old plastic quadrant. Which kit would you guys recommend?

http://www.jegs.com/i/Granatelli/467/GMCQ7998/10002/-1
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http://www.summitracing.com/parts/su.../model/mustang
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Old 12-03-2012, 06:16 PM
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http://www.maximummotorsports.com/st...roducts_id=385

http://www.latemodelrestoration.com/...utch-Cable-Kit
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Old 12-03-2012, 08:33 PM
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Installation error is my guess.
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Old 12-04-2012, 02:17 PM
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Well i ordered the jegs one, but thanks for the feedback even tho clearly no one would order what i did., well hopefully it doesnt bite me in the A.., Plus i didnt want to pay extra for something i already have (bbk firewall adjuster). Get it on thursday, will stay posted!
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Old 12-04-2012, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by capri debris
Installation error is my guess.
well (5) 5oh's later which every single one i replaced the clutch cable.., never had any issues, however this is the 1st time i purchase cables from an autoparts store.., all the others where aftermarket adjustable cables. Hate to tell yah your wrong!
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Old 12-04-2012, 03:40 PM
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^^should of went with a steeda quick release quadrant/adjustable cable and steeda firewall adjuster, the jegs crap was never smooth on my car and cable bound frequently
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Old 12-04-2012, 04:09 PM
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well not good to know now...lol. Well see how this goes.
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Old 12-04-2012, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Js88lx
well not good to know now...lol. Well see how this goes.
if it doesn't work send it back
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Is that before or after it breaks..lol? Do they come with some warranty like a 30 dayer or something?
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yeah I had trouble with autoparts store ones too. Put a Steeda one on my cobra been going great since.
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