D8 14a cable, what to use and where to buy?

That may be as close as your going to get but I'd try contacting a company that specializes in wire rope. Out here I do business with West Coast Wire Rope (www.wcwr.com)

I used to get a lot of good used cable off of cranes that hung steel. Also used cable from elevators....they have to change the cables out if they show any wear.

It's usually not the proper cable but if it's dirt cheap and last almost as long, what the heck.

I'd pass on the elevator rope, they usually have a fiber rope center.

could not understand how to start my own thread have a D8 2u

dont know what year it is the only numbers i could find on it was 2u21809 i am trying to remove the steering clutch got the breaks off of it and every thing else but the drum with the clutchs any help we would be greatfull for

Thats a 1953 model, production ending at s/n 2U23,537 that same year.

If your in that deep you better get some manuals and study up.

The entire cross shaft assembly, both steering clutches and bevel gear are removed as an assembly for repairs, usually the brake bands are left in place and removed as part of the assembly.

ebay is your friend. Manuals are usually available. There are manuals for parts, owners and light maintenence, and a service manual which has in depth info on repairs.