Tailgate cables: Autozone sucks

[Braunchitis]

So I had a 4wheeler in the back of my M1009, and in the process of getting it out, one of the tailgate cables snapped. The other one looks like it wouldn't be far behind, so I decided to get new ones. I got some 1/4" cable with rubber coating for $.73/ft and then tried to find some of the end pieces (The thing that is clamped on both ends of the cable and has a little loop where the bolt goes through). When I couldn't find any, I decided I'd try Autozone and get the whole cable. They wanted $18 for something I should be able to make for less than $3 (if only I had the parts).

Does anyone have any suggestions for suitable replacements? I looked at some battery terminal connectors, but I don't think those would work.

Thanks
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[niferous]

This is just an idea but you might try a wire rope shop. Tell them you want a 1/4 in rubber coated cable by however long it is with soft eyes. But then again it may pop off all the time without that clamp I'm not sure. If worse comes to worse there are a lot on google shopping has a bunch for less than $12.

 

[LanceRobson]

LMC Truck has them. LMCtruck.com

They have a book each for the Blazer and pick-up, just order the one you need. They've got all the floor pads, weatherstrips and other body parts, too.

Lance

 

[ralbelt]

Most good marine stores will have the cable clamp that you are looking for.

 

[bkwudzhom]

Local Junkyard?

 

[blzrgb]

I just bought some from LMC last week for the blazer in my avitar. They fit perfect.

 

[Westech]

Just because your cheap and you don't like the price does not mean they suck. I have got a lot of stuff from my 09 from them. But have that said I do shop around a LOT!

 

[Blood_of_Tyrants]

Tractor Supply Company or Home Depot.

 

[Braunchitis]

They're $19 on LMC, more than Autozone, plus shipping.

I guess I could try a salvage yard, but I might not find ones in good condition there. Does anyone know what this thing might be called so I know what to ask for?

 

[Ken_86gt]

Bought mine at Napa, about the same price as AZ, and much quicker/ easier than spending a lot of time to save a few dollars trying to build by own.

 

[DEVO]

Cheapest tailgate cables I could find for my Dodge pickup were at rockauto.com. $6 or $7 a piece! Maybe they have them for your unit...