87-89FC Throttle Cable

[Rick B]

After a recent experience, I would be a little reluctant
to tell someone that all BB parts are available or can be fabricated.

In a recent attempt to buy a throttle cable for our 87FC35, there were
none to be found, nor could we find someone to manufacture one, even
though we had the spec sheet on the cable. I even asked about
replacing everything including the accelerator pedal all the way to
the fuel pump, but apparently there is no such system available?

I post this as both a caution to others, as well as a request for
information. If someone has replaced such a cable on an 87-89FC, I
would be happy to hear where you bought and/or had the parts made.
The tricky part is apparently the one end of the cable where it has to
connect to an air cylinder.

- Rick
87FC35
Rochester, MN


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "pattypape"
wrote:
>
>
> Eddie,
>
> Do not be fearful, You made a good decision.
> All parts are available, or a substitute is available.
> A good truck parts place has it all or NAPA, and numerous
> internet businesses sell parts. Most parts are common to a truck
> or bus, The Interior RV stuff is easy to find.
> These BB Forums are great for information and support.
> So just start asking questions.
>
> Bill 88 FC Michigan
>
>
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "eddiemoranii"
> wrote:
> >
> > We are buying Mr. Lawrence's 1984 PT-40!
> >
> > We live in central Florida and look forward to many many years of
> > enjoyment.
> >
> > So Bluebird (the company) does not support Vintage Birds? What
> will
> > that mean for us? I would assume that many many parts are still
> > available. I would also assume that parts that are not available
> can
> > be fabricated?
> >
> > What if we get hit by a truck and we damage the skin? Can we get
> new
> > skin?
> >
> > Thanks for your answers in advance and we look forward to picking
> > up "Southern Comfort" at the Lawrence's in a few weeks.
> >
> > Eddie
> >
>