L3800 PTO cable fix

[gsganzer]

Any tried and true, long lasting fix for the sticking cable issue? I've lubed mine with the best lube I can find and I'll still have an issue if I don't use it frequently enough. Stronger spring, different cabling routing? The problem is certainly compounded by the lack of accessibility to get it properly cleaned and lubed. A direct lever would be a nice modification or retrofit.

 

[diesel85]

Have you already replaced the cable in the past?

 

[gsganzer]

Have you already replaced the cable in the past?

No, haven't replaced it. I've managed to get it freed up and lubed each time and it works for a while, but eventually starts to stick again.

 

[diesel85]

Sounds like you'll need to replace the cable.

I had the same problem arise on my motorcycle clutch cable. No matter how much lube and cleaning, it would never perform correctly. Wound up spending the $80 to replace it. Works so smooth.

 

[Recoveryhill]

L3700 here. After a few years I couldn't get PTO to engage or if engaged, to disengage. I got a new cable from Messicks and presto, problem solved. It's best if you dismount the rear tire/wheel to do the job, not so bad.