How to fix a choker cable?

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I have this choker cable that I would like to put a loop or something that I can hook a chain to but not sure how to fix it with a loop. Any ideas?


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   / How to fix a choker cable?
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Okay, pretty simple would say.
 
   / How to fix a choker cable? #4  
If you use the wire clips... Remember, "Never put a saddle on a dead horse... " Meaning the u-bolts should be on the dead end of the wire rope loop.
 
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Toss it and buy new.
Ditto, by the time you get a couple of clamps it wouldn't be that much more to get a new one. Not to mention, the clamps would be a royal pain in the backside...Mike
 
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Willl said:
Toss it and buy new.

Didn't think of that as I most always fix things. Where would I find a new one and what should I expect to pay?
 
   / How to fix a choker cable? #9  
3 -30 foot chokers with loops in craigs list for 30 dollars , not everything has to be brand new or from a store !
 
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Sleeves - MS51844 - LexcoCable.com
Wire Rope, Aircraft Cable, Cable Assemblies | Lexco Cable
Wire rope clips pictured earlier would work if you saddle them right.( use two spaced slightly appart from each other.
they are cheap
I have swagging tools to apply wire cable ends.
you can purchase threaded ends, sleves balls....
if you have a contractor in your area with swaging tools that will assist you I included links to a wide variety of end available(eyelet,threaded...)
I'm lucky I have a local fastner dealer a stones throw from my house he stocks chockers, rivets, bolts, shackles, swagging ends, chain........
Tom
 

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