carb linkage
 

Hi Guys
Heres my problem I have a 1970 C/10 with a small block V/8 in it with a turbo 350 trans. The trouble is it sets in the 6 cylinder location(the motors up againts the fire wall.) The carb linkage is for a 6. I don't have enough throw to open the 4brl.I know I can put a cable in but I don't think it will help It'll still be too long. Cutting the cable just seems like guess work.Anyone got the same problem?
Thanks Buz48

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Wouldn't it be better to take the time and position the motor correctly? That way things like, linkage, exhaust and cooling fan operation are all stock replacment items.

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HI Tim
Unfortunately this is the way I bought this I could tell you horror storys about how this was put together ,drive shaft that was cut and welded back together,motor mounts with no bolts in them.Are just a few.I would like to find the guy who put this together and punch him in the nose
Buz48

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I'm sure you don't want to hear this but fixing the problem is going to make life easier in the long run. Maybe start with a CL or better a board sourced drive shaft. Then start moving things around. If you need frame stands/mounts they should be real easy to find on the board as well. If it is a matter of measurements they are likely free for the asking. Downtime is probably the only real problem.

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I had the same problem. My original carb had the right bracket that attached to the linkage but I bought a re-built carb and had to fab something to work with the linkage (after some adjusting, it works fine). Here's a pic.

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Here is a link to exactly what I did when I swapped out my 402 with the factory Quadrasuck for my 454 with a holley. It worked great, and looks awesome too.

http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2...kage/index.php

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Thats just what I was looking for
Thanks Buz48

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No problem! Glad I could help. It looks pretty sharp once its done, and cheap to make!

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Too Kool for Skool! Nice work!

Gary