Removing exup cables?

[Tipper2]

I went to change my frayed EXUP valve cables this afternoon but after a quick 10 minutes couldn't get them out past the swinging arm.

Is there a specific spot that's wide enough to get them out? Just trying to save some time and swearing tomorrow.

Thanks!

[nugget]

I don't think there's a specific spot. The best way is to pull the cables upwards because the cables at the pulley end are thinner than the adjuster ends. I usually tie a length of string to the bottom nipple. Then when you get the cable through I undo the string and that helps you retrace your steps when you thread the cable's back through. Hope this helps.

[Tipper2]

Cheers Nuggitt, that's what I did this afternoon but will have another go with a bit more enthusiasm tomorrow.

[nugget]

They are a bit of a pain but persevere and take your time. They will come through eventually.

[Stig]

From memory it was easier towards the middle of the pivot

[Jay762]

I filed a flat on the end collars just to give enough clearance, before that I was undoing the swingarm

[Stig]

I didn't have to slacken the axle or alter the cables. It was a case of right spot and a bit of patience

[Tipper2]

I tried for half an hour and there's no way on earth they were coming through.

Cut the old ones in half and filed a flat on the new ones- straight in.

Thanks for the help and advice Gents

[Tipper2]

Just an update.

The reason I couldn't get my cables past the swinging arm is that they were actually run between the engine and the horizontal frame member (not the swinging arm..).

I only realised this when I stripped the back end and took the swinging arm out, though they must have been run past the swinging arm at one point judging from the cable-diameter grooves worn in it.

[nugget]

Glad it all worked out in the end.