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webfoot · 05-28-2015, 05:26 PM

I bought my 70 from a body guy, so needless to say the throttle rod is "macguyvered" to the carb linkage... using 2 zip ties. Needless to say, I want to change this out before I get it on the road.

Does anybody have any advice on what I should do? I read about using the 71-72 cable but that this involves some cab surgery. I don't mind reusing the mechanical linkage as long as it makes it work correctly.

05-28-2015, 05:26 PM	#1
webfoot Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hermiston, OR Posts: 947	Using factory mechanical linkage with a holley carb? 1970 I bought my 70 from a body guy, so needless to say the throttle rod is "macguyvered" to the carb linkage... using 2 zip ties. Needless to say, I want to change this out before I get it on the road. Does anybody have any advice on what I should do? I read about using the 71-72 cable but that this involves some cab surgery. I don't mind reusing the mechanical linkage as long as it makes it work correctly. __________________ *Running in place gets you nowhere fast.* -me 1968 GTO 4-spd covnvertible 1970 K-20 4-speed, factory AC.