King Heavy-Duty Stainless Throttle Cable — Heim Joint, Made in USA | VW Bus Split & Bay 1950–1979 (C05-140 / C05-144)
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King Performance Heavy-Duty Stainless Throttle Cable — VW Bus 1950–1979 (C05)
This is King Performance's C05 stainless steel throttle cable for the VW Bus, with a heim joint at the throttle pedal and all hardware included, made in the USA. Choose 140" (C05-140) for the 1950–1967 Split Window Bus or 144" (C05-144) for the 1968–1979 Bay Window Bus, and the matching length ships. Lengths are for the factory routing.
Part numbers: King Performance C05 — C05-140 (Split Window, 140") and C05-144 (Bay Window, 144"); also written C05140 / C05144.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1950–1967 | VW Type 2 Split Window Bus | 140" cable (C05-140) |
| 1968–1979 | VW Type 2 Bay Window Bus | 144" cable (C05-144) |
| — | Dual-carb conversions and engine swaps | Lengths are for the factory routing; measure your old cable and contact us first |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel |
| Pedal end | Heim joint |
| Lengths | 140" (Split 1950–1967) / 144" (Bay 1968–1979) |
| Includes | Hardware |
| Manufacturer | King Performance (USA) |
| Country of origin | Made in USA from US materials |
| Part number | C05 (SKUs C05-140 Split, C05-144 Bay) |
| Manufacturer note | Off-highway use |
| Shipping box | 8 x 7 x 2 in |
What's Included
- Stainless throttle cable in the length you select
- Hardware
Why It Matters
On a VW Bus the throttle cable runs the full length of the chassis from the pedal to the rear-mounted engine — a long, exposed run that sees road spray, heat and decades of flex. Factory-style galvanized cables rust inside, fray at the ends and stretch, which shows up as a lazy pedal or a throttle that hangs above idle. Stainless removes the corrosion problem, and the heim joint gives smooth, low-friction pedal action.
Pick the right throttle cable: Beetle, Ghia & Type 1 — King stainless throttle cable (C01) · Meyers Manx / shortened buggy chassis — King shortened throttle cable (C03) · VW Bus 1950–1979 — King stainless Bus throttle cable (C05).
Installation Notes
Pull the old cable from the engine end and use it to check length before installing the new one.
Lube the cable and inspect the guide tubes for kinks.
Set full throttle with the pedal on the floor, then confirm it snaps back to idle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which length King Bus throttle cable will I get?
King builds the Bus throttle cable in two lengths: 140" for Split Window Buses (1950–1967) and 144" for Bay Window Buses (1968–1979). Pick Split Window or Bay Window from the drop-down menu and we ship the matching length.
What is the King C05 throttle cable made from?
Stainless steel throttle cable with a heim joint at the throttle pedal. Made in the USA from American materials; hardware included.
Why replace a VW Bus throttle cable with stainless?
The cable runs the full length of the Bus to the rear engine. A long galvanized cable rusts, frays and stretches, which shows up as lazy throttle response or a pedal that will not return. Stainless removes the corrosion problem.
Will it work with a dual-carb conversion or engine swap?
The lengths are for the factory routing. Swaps and dual-carb linkages can change the length you need — measure your old cable and contact us before ordering.
Does this fit a 1971 VW Bus?
Yes. Choose the 144" Bay Window cable (C05-144) for 1968–1979; the 140" cable (C05-140) is for the 1950–1967 Split Window Bus.
What is the part number for the King VW Bus throttle cable?
King Performance C05: C05-140 for the Split Window Bus and C05-144 for the Bay Window Bus.
Related Parts & Categories
Is there a bundle? Yes — pair it with the year-correct clutch cable and the King Performance KING NUT billet clutch adjuster: Split Bus bundle, Bay 1968–1971 bundle, Bay 1972–1979 bundle.
Doing the clutch too? Split Bus clutch cable (C06) · Bay 1968–71 (C07) · Bay 1972–79 (C08).
Browse VW Bus, Fuel & Intake, All VW Air-Cooled.
Prop 65 Warning
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
