DOes anyone know where I can get a replacement hood release cable for an '81? I need the cable that is under the hood and goes from the driver side to the passenger side, not the one inside the car with the handle.

Mid America shows to have it in stock, $30, part # 609-529 

I need to find another source. They are claiming that I didn't pay for a cover in 2009. My wife bought it for ma as a Christmas gift and paid for it with here own credit card - I had nothing to do with it (except recieving it as a gift).

Riks Corvette parts is showing one that is USA made, part number HOD 132 for $29.95. Great people to do business with and handle quality parts, and in addition, they are a forum sponsor.
www.riksvet.com     Toll Free Order Line:      1-888-RIKS-VET (1-888-745-7838)

Thanks for the tip.  Going to check it out now. I always prefer to buy "Made in The USA," and especially from a sponsor.

I actually tried to get on Rik's site this morning, but I never could connect, so I went to Mid Am...

I bought the part i needed this afternoon - from Rik's.  Thanks all!

Over the years, I have had many C-3's and have had more than one broken hood release cable.  After the second one, I have since ALWAYS installed a second one which hangs down immediately below the left hood release.  Since I know where it is, if something goes wrong, I can get my hood open every time.  Good insurance and only my 2 cents.

I have never had a cable to break but after reading all the posts here and on other forums (none of which compare to C3VR) I also made and installed emergency cables.  Mine hang down on each side and are cable tied where I can reach them if needed.  Unless you specifically look for the cables you will never notice them.  Some of the corvette part suppliers are selling emergency kits but I made mine from inexpensive stainless cables from a bicycle shop.  This POST has information on opening the hood if the cable should break with the hood closed.