Throttle cable?.. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

pat · 04-11-2006, 11:11 PM

Startin to gather up some parts for summer again when Im outta school.

When I switched cabs, my gas pedal went from the rod type to the newer cable type, cept I have no hardware. I think I have a 71 ? type gas pedal, i dunno. Its hooking up to a new Hollley 4bbl carb.
Can someone tell me what all I need to get, brackets, cables, etc...?

rauto13 · 04-11-2006, 11:16 PM

That looks just like the pedal setup on my 72, looks like ya need a 72 throttle cable, other years may work and the ball stud for the carb. There is also a small plastic piece that fits in the hole in the top of the gas pedal where the cable attaches. The ball stud for the carb will normally come with the carb.

From what I know that should be all ya need.

Bob Moore · 04-11-2006, 11:55 PM

Yes - go the GM parts counter and order a 72 SBC throttle cable. Other option is an aftermarket cable - Summit, Jegs, etc or Lokar.

Good luck - Bob

Brainchild · 04-12-2006, 12:20 AM

A trip to the salvage will likely be cheaper,and easy to get.

pat · 04-12-2006, 12:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brainchild

A trip to the salvage will likely be cheaper,and easy to get.

Yeah, but this one is braided!

I assume one like this will work. But I would also need to get a bracket that holds the cable to the carb right?http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

rauto13 · 04-12-2006, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by pat

Yeah, but this one is braided!

I assume one like this will work. But I would also need to get a bracket that holds the cable to the carb right?http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

I am have the braided Lokar throttle cable & TV cable for the 700R4, yes, you have to buy a bracket from Lokar. The throttle cable in that link is for a TPI, but there is a Lokar cable that works great for your gas pedal, I love mine.

Bob Moore · 04-12-2006, 11:31 AM

I do not normally purchase from the dealer but the chances of finding a usable throttle cable at the junk yard is slim. They are normally cut from the carb instead of unclipped. The outer sheath is often broken. The square bushing is usually pulled from the bracket without looking at how it should be done. Those are some reasons the dealer is a sure thing.

TugOwar · 04-12-2006, 06:27 PM

So if a fella decided to go looking through the junkyard for the 72 type pedal/cable assembly, what all year models will work in say, a 68?

Bob Moore · 04-12-2006, 11:40 PM

Tugawar - cable was used starting in 71/72. 73+ used a slightly different cable. Pick-ups before 71 used a rod to link the carb and arm. You can adapt the entire 71+ style to the earlier firewall without too much work.

junkyardjohn · 04-13-2006, 11:34 AM

PAT... IF YOU SEND ME $6 TO COVER SHIPPINGI'LL SEND YOU ONE. P.M. OR EMAIL ME IF INTERESTED. FK9U812@AOL.COM . JOHN

jimmydean · 04-13-2006, 11:42 AM

What do I need to convert my rod type to cable on my '69? Just the pedal and cable, bolt and go? I have the rod, but it was low on my list since it "works". Anyone have a setup they would be willing to sell a fella? Thanks.

04-11-2006, 11:11 PM	#1
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Throttle cable?.. Startin to gather up some parts for summer again when Im outta school. When I switched cabs, my gas pedal went from the rod type to the newer cable type, cept I have no hardware. I think I have a 71 ? type gas pedal, i dunno. Its hooking up to a new Hollley 4bbl carb. Can someone tell me what all I need to get, brackets, cables, etc...? __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

04-11-2006, 11:16 PM	#2
rauto13 saving one more Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Pryor Creek, Oklahoma Posts: 3,066	Re: Throttle cable?.. That looks just like the pedal setup on my 72, looks like ya need a 72 throttle cable, other years may work and the ball stud for the carb. There is also a small plastic piece that fits in the hole in the top of the gas pedal where the cable attaches. The ball stud for the carb will normally come with the carb. From what I know that should be all ya need. __________________ 72 Chevy longbed - now for parts 69 Chevy short fleet - needing some love 70 RS Camaro - needing more love driver - 96 GMC X-cab

04-11-2006, 11:55 PM	#3
Bob Moore Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 1,365	Re: Throttle cable?.. Yes - go the GM parts counter and order a 72 SBC throttle cable. Other option is an aftermarket cable - Summit, Jegs, etc or Lokar. Good luck - Bob __________________ 67 C-20 LWB, tilt, speed alert, vac, 454, T400 67 C-10 SWB, factory air with more to follow

04-12-2006, 12:20 AM	#4
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04-12-2006, 11:31 AM	#7
Bob Moore Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 1,365	Re: Throttle cable?.. I do not normally purchase from the dealer but the chances of finding a usable throttle cable at the junk yard is slim. They are normally cut from the carb instead of unclipped. The outer sheath is often broken. The square bushing is usually pulled from the bracket without looking at how it should be done. Those are some reasons the dealer is a sure thing. __________________ 67 C-20 LWB, tilt, speed alert, vac, 454, T400 67 C-10 SWB, factory air with more to follow

04-12-2006, 06:27 PM	#8
TugOwar Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Pleasanton, TX Posts: 1,723	Re: Throttle cable?.. So if a fella decided to go looking through the junkyard for the 72 type pedal/cable assembly, what all year models will work in say, a 68?

04-12-2006, 11:40 PM	#9
Bob Moore Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 1,365	Re: Throttle cable?.. Tugawar - cable was used starting in 71/72. 73+ used a slightly different cable. Pick-ups before 71 used a rod to link the carb and arm. You can adapt the entire 71+ style to the earlier firewall without too much work. __________________ 67 C-20 LWB, tilt, speed alert, vac, 454, T400 67 C-10 SWB, factory air with more to follow

04-13-2006, 11:34 AM	#10
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	Re: Throttle cable?.. PAT... IF YOU SEND ME $6 TO COVER SHIPPINGI'LL SEND YOU ONE. P.M. OR EMAIL ME IF INTERESTED. FK9U812@AOL.COM . JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

04-13-2006, 11:42 AM	#11
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: Throttle cable?.. What do I need to convert my rod type to cable on my '69? Just the pedal and cable, bolt and go? I have the rod, but it was low on my list since it "works". Anyone have a setup they would be willing to sell a fella? Thanks.

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