Heated Throttle Cable

[Rock Doctor]

I noticed mention of a Heated Throttle Cable on an AATV in another thread, and was wondering
How is this done?
I've rarely had a problem with Throttle Cables, but would be interested in heating the Steering Cable and the Reverse Cable in my Jetboat.

Thoughts?

RD

[Roadtorque]

I'm not 100% sure but I believe heated throttle cables have a heating element...essentially a hot wire that runs down the cable keeping it warm so any water that may have leaked into their wont freeze. I know RI offers it as an option for the max...do argos have one?

[hydromike]

I'm not 100% sure but I believe heated throttle cables have a heating element...essentially a hot wire that runs down the cable keeping it warm so any water that may have leaked into their wont freeze.

That's pretty much on the money. The wire is wrapped around the cable itself and then the whole unit is sealed with thicker piece of clear vinyl(?) tubing and heat-shrunk on both ends. The resistance in the wire causes it to heat up and thaws out any moisture that has accumulated for whatever reason. They come in a few different lengths depending on which model (Max II/IV) and what engine you're running, since some throttles pull from the front and some from behind the engine.

I'm sure one can be adapted to an Argo, but you'll be dealing with much shorter length. I'm sure you can shorten one if need-be.

[Cougar]

RD you need to check with Matt, they come on the Mudd-Ox stock so he must make them himself. I have see a roll of it in he's shop before. Hope this helps Cougar

[Rock Doctor]

Thanks Guys


RD

[liflod]

If the steering cables freeze on your boat, it's too damn cold to be using it anyway!!

[Rock Doctor]

Yes, but it's still the most fun you can have with your pants on

I've come across lots of 120v and 220V AC Heat Tape, but have not seen 12v DC before. I will enquire with some Sparkie friends of mine.

RD

[Roadtorque]

I wonder how it might work if you let some anti-freeze drip into the cables

[liflod]

I've had some good luck blowing antifreeze through the cable with an airgun and some tubing slid over the end of the cable. I've also used a vacuum pump to draw it through.