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Old Nov 7, 2016 | 12:54 PM
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IDI throttle return spring: broken


Hey folks,

last thing before i get my idi back on the road. The return spring where the throttle cable meets the IP is broken. I linked a picture so you can see the problem. What is the red part called and how can i get a replacement or fix this one?
 
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Old Nov 7, 2016 | 03:56 PM
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You buy a new cable, don't buy the NAPA one, it's wrong, the one from rock auto is correct

ATP Y377 Accelerator Cable | RockAuto
 
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Old Nov 7, 2016 | 08:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Shawn MacAnanny
You buy a new cable, don't buy the NAPA one, it's wrong, the one from rock auto is correct

ATP Y377 Accelerator Cable RockAuto
soooo i have to replace the whole thing? Why can't I just replace that red sheath type thing
 
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Old Nov 7, 2016 | 09:21 PM
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Get a pair of pliers and break out the loose red piece. Call it good.

Mine currently doesn't even have a spring there anymore, nor the red piece, nor the black 'guide' either.
I've just got a spring from the front side of the throttle lever down to the "hook" on the high idle solenoid bracket.
 
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