Elevator cable guard

[Shay King]

The plans don’t mention a cable guard on the large pulley for the elevator. I’m wondering why not. Any ideas welcome.
Also, the largest pulley I could find is 2 1/2” rather than the specified 3”. Does anyone think that will cause problems?

[Kamcoman77]

Don't see how using a 2-1/2" pulley would make much difference. A cable guard is important IMO. Here is how two builders did it.

[Shay King]

Thanks for that Keith.

[pappyadkins]

I agree with Keith... doubt the size would matter, also agree guarding VERY IMPORTANT... Just FYI, I've been working with Les - in the future, we're planning on his parts page to have Custom Nylon pulleys for both the front pulley & the 4 side pulleys that will have double bearings each & hopefully very affordable... I will be working on these as soon as I possibly can... I have all the stuff, just need to get home to implement...

[Kamcoman77]

I like it! David and Les working together will be a blessing to all builders who need special parts. I've heard that David is a 3D wizard!