Cable connections stuck in handlebar

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Apr 13, 2019 | 04:47 AM

adiddik

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Cable connections stuck in handlebar

Hi all

So was in the process of installing Lucky Daves 11" T bars

Whilst pulling through the throttle-by-wire cable, the plug connections got stuck.
I used some force to try and pull it through but as you can guess, the connections broke off and I only managed to pull the cable through

This has left me with two plugs stuck in the handlebar. I have greased it up greatly, and used some rods to try and move them but no success
About to get a snake cam so I don't have to work blind

Any suggestions on how to get the plugs back out?

Thanks!

Apr 13, 2019 | 05:52 AM

gdishman

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Did you try compressed air and the rods? Keep digging them out.

Apr 13, 2019 | 08:04 AM

adiddik

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Compressed air didn't work but some plumbing rods did the trick. That, mixed with the camera eye and a full morning,

Now to put the connectors back to the right cables

Cheers!

Apr 13, 2019 | 08:54 AM

MyFavRk

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My advice , is to get rid of the connectors all together and solder them in place . Much easier to pull through .. Have done 3 sets of bars with no issues .