What are strong methods of linking two shifter cables together? Before you answer with "Don't." I would like to preface things by saying that I just really need a slightly longer shifter (and brake) cable but I can't find any on my local area and I don't want to order overseas just to get some cables. The only place I found selling longer cables are overseas and it's about 15x the price than if I were to buy the slightly shorter one locally. So I'd rather hack around and figure out a way to combine 2 cables together instead. Thank you for understanding.

Using ferrules and a swaging tool you can do a side by side connection or you can make loops in the ends of each cable. There are lifting and non-lifting ferrules. Be sure to get the lifting ferrules.

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How to Install a Wire Rope Ferrule & End Stop

You'll need a crimper
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According to the article:

> Installing a ferrule and end stop -- using a process called swaging -- is one of the best methods to accomplish this task for light duty projects. The swaged connection will exceed the rated breaking strength of the wire rope or cable when properly applied. Available in a variety of materials, ferrules and stops can be purchased separately or in convenient kits complete with specifications and the appropriate number of required components for selected applications.

Extensively destruct test your work. When braking your life may depend on it.