Tbi swap build thread

[rfmaster]

Originally Posted by 1984 t type

Ok so I'm going to go with the adapter plate with the 85 intake and heads. Is there going to be a special bracket for the tv cable ? Just trying to get my parts lined up
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There are couple of ways of solving TV cable bracket issues.

I have used Edelbrock 8036 kit - I do not know why Edelbrock designates for pre 78 intakes?

Existing throttle - trany kick down bracket (with spacers) and adjustable TV cable. Works OK if TBI to Carb intake adapter is 1/2" or less. Taller adapters screw up TV cable - throttle arm geometry - you have to raise bracket to maintain TV cable geometry, hence spacers.

Bowtie overdrives kit - expensive, but very nice kit. Works with carbs or if adapter plate is thin.

Carb brackets of various flavors are also known to work.

Correct TV cable - throttle arm geometry and correct adjustment of TV cable is a key to 700R4 longevity. Just my 2 cents.

//RF