Question on an overdrive cable

[BobT-47P15]

I have a push-pull cable with good chrome handle and bracket to mount

below the dash. But I don't think this cable turns and locks as some do.

So, is it imperative to have a "locking" cable to use with the overdrive?

[Young Ed]

Bob the OD cables don't lock. They just push and pull.

[Plymouthy Adams]

according to a blurb I read somewhere, the 49 Plymouth hood cables were adapted by the factory for the OD and were engraved to say Overdrive..

[Dave Bohn]

For anyone who needs one, I found an OD cable with the handle labled "overdrive" from Concours Ford parts 49-59 catalog. The length was just about exact without any cutting fo my D24.

[BobT-47P15]

Thanks Dave. I looked them up and ordered their free catalog. I see the

OD cable says "fits Merc" and sells for $50.

I suspect there are other Ford parts and pieces that can work for an old

Plym or Dodge.

[blueskies]

Bob-

I'm using a hood release cable on my OD, and it doesn't lock. I have noticed however that when the cable is pulled out, it tends to migrate back in after a while. I've been using a binder clip to hold it out when I drive down a long grade. Otherwise, I leave it in all the time and it's not an issue...

Pete

[BobT-47P15]

Hmmmm--OK, then, I guess the lock part isn't required.

Somehow I had in mind that it was.

Thanks for the input guys.

[martybose]

I bought my OD cable from Neal Riddle, and it turns to lock.

Marty

[steveplym]

I ordered my from 5th Avenue. The 6 volt alternator guys.

It is chrome and labeled "Overdrive" It is pretty close to stock. Runs around $55.

http://www.fifthaveinternetgarage.com/parts/parts_counter_3.html