111-721-555CGR German VW Beetle Accelerator Cable 2633mm (1957-1965)

VW Accelerator Cable (German Quality) – 111-721-555CGR

The 111-721-555CGR is a premium, German-manufactured throttle cable designed for early to mid-era air-cooled Volkswagens. Measuring exactly 2633mm, this cable is the mechanical link between your accelerator pedal and the carburetor linkage. Because the throttle system requires smooth, instantaneous response, this German "GR" cable is built with a high-grade steel core that resists stretching and binding, ensuring your engine returns to idle reliably.

Lower-quality cables are often prone to fraying at the pedal connection or snapping where the cable exits the fan shroud. This German version features a superior zinc coating and a precise wire diameter that glides through the chassis guide tube with minimal friction. At 2633mm, it provides the exact factory-specified length to reach from the pedal cluster to the carburetor without excess slack or dangerous tension.

Detailed Vehicle Compatibility This cable is the factory-correct length for the following manual transmission models:

VW Beetle (Standard):

• 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965

VW Karmann Ghia:

• 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965

Product Highlights & Features

• German Engineering: Manufactured to original OE blueprints for a perfect 2633mm length and reliable performance.

• Smooth Operation: The high-tensile steel multi-strand wire is designed to eliminate the "sticky" pedal feel common with aged or inferior cables.

• Corrosion Protection: Zinc-plated finish protects the wire from moisture trapped inside the guide tubes.

• Direct OE Fit: Features the correct barrel end for the pedal assembly and a clean-cut end for the carburetor brass barrel connector.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 111-721-555CGR

• Total Length: 2633mm

• Material: High-Tensile Zinc-Plated Steel

• Application: Accelerator / Throttle Linkage

Installation & Maintenance Tips

• The Fan Shroud Tube: When installing, ensure the cable passes through the metal guide tube in the fan shroud. If this tube is missing or vibrating, the cable will fray and snap prematurely.

• Lubrication: Before sliding the new cable into the chassis, pull it through a rag soaked in light machine oil or graphite lubricant. Avoid heavy grease, which can attract dirt and cause the cable to stick in cold weather.

• Don't Over-Tighten: At the carburetor end, ensure there is a tiny amount of slack when the pedal is at rest. If the cable is too tight, the engine may not return to a proper idle.

• Inspect the Pedal S-Hook: Check the small "S" hook or connector at the pedal cluster. If it is worn or bent, it can cause the cable to bind or snap at the eyelet.

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