Auto Parts/5 speed transmission shift cable bushings 1989 Toyota Camry

Expert: Mike Evans - 10/24/2009

Question
Shift cables have rubber grommet inserts with metal center at end - new cables $200 plus each DO NOT NEED cables but rather do need new bushings for cables I have. I want to purchase new bushings ONLY or can I have a stainless steel or brass bushing made to take place of rubber bushing now at end of cable? Toyota sells new cables only - no replacement bushings for 1989 Camry.

Answer
Pull one of the old bushings out and then go to a place that services lawn mowers and tractors. Ask them if they have something like it, odds are they will. You could also try a speed shop, they carry all sorts of little bushings for shifters and such.

Questioner's Rating

Rating(1-10)	Knowledgeability = 10	Clarity of Response = 10	Politeness = 10
Comment	Mike Evans was very prompt and professional in his response - I have found that there is a company which does make the exact bushing for the 1987 Camry that company goes by business name of "Speedosource" email "www.speed-source.net" or phone 217-687-2392 they claim " what others can only promise we deliver" two bushings $28.00 delivered USPS. This information is not inteneded to in any way deminish my appreciation to Mike Evans for his oputstanding courtesy and professionalism. While I rated him at "10" as to each of the four areas above I beleive that those numbers do not reflect how wonderful it was of him to take his time to try to help me. Your service is outstanding and Mike Evans is nothing short of THE BEST. With deepest appreciation - Tom Robert.