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mr402 · 12-28-2008, 01:50 PM

Does anyone sell clutch linkage with Spherical ends? I did find something but it appears the upper rod that they have is straight (2nd pic from Brothers). I need one that is curved as in the 1st pic. I've thought about trying to modify an old upper rod but if anyone has already done it that would be a lot better than my trial and error.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 12-29-2008, 07:39 AM

The upper clutch rod with the dog leg is for the V8. The L6 rod is straighter. LMC is selling a copy of the L6 one as a universal fit, but it's not right.
I got the proper V8 unit from Classic Parts [formerly Chevy Duty] for about $30 bucks.

mr402 · 12-29-2008, 12:21 PM

OK but what I really want to do is replace all the rods with something that has spherical ends. I can figure out a way to modify one myself but the Brothers thing seems close to what I'm after. I'm just tired of all the slop in the linkage and know there is a better way to do it. Weekend is over so it's time for me to get on the phone.

**88JRFAN** · 12-29-2008, 06:47 PM

I bought the pieces from brothers. The piece that bolts to the pedal needed shimed but works good. The other piece actually was short. I just added some to the length. Never have put it on yet. Mine has a v8 and is 4 wheel drive. Does seem to work alot better. Worth the money.

mr402 · 12-29-2008, 07:05 PM

John at Brothers gave me some good info that I'm working on now. If it pans out I'll let everyone know. It sure seems like the way to go and the price for the upgrade appears reasonable at this point.

heyjoe · 12-29-2008, 10:29 PM

I bought mine at SpeedDirect
http://www.speeddirect.com/index.aspx?nodeID=66

12-28-2008, 01:50 PM	#1
mr402 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Elmira, Oregon Posts: 449	Clutch Linkage VENDORS? Does anyone sell clutch linkage with Spherical ends? I did find something but it appears the upper rod that they have is straight (2nd pic from Brothers). I need one that is curved as in the 1st pic. I've thought about trying to modify an old upper rod but if anyone has already done it that would be a lot better than my trial and error. Attached Images __________________ Enjoying life again. Time to get those big blocks rolling.

12-29-2008, 07:39 AM	#2
'68OrangeSunshine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Tucson, AZ USA Posts: 7,358	Re: Clutch Linkage VENDORS? The upper clutch rod with the dog leg is for the V8. The L6 rod is straighter. LMC is selling a copy of the L6 one as a universal fit, but it's not right. I got the proper V8 unit from Classic Parts [formerly Chevy Duty] for about $30 bucks. __________________ Every 25 years I like to rebuild that 292, whether it needs it or not.

12-29-2008, 12:21 PM	#3
mr402 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Elmira, Oregon Posts: 449	Re: Clutch Linkage VENDORS? OK but what I really want to do is replace all the rods with something that has spherical ends. I can figure out a way to modify one myself but the Brothers thing seems close to what I'm after. I'm just tired of all the slop in the linkage and know there is a better way to do it. Weekend is over so it's time for me to get on the phone. __________________ Enjoying life again. Time to get those big blocks rolling.

12-29-2008, 06:47 PM	#4
88JRFAN LET'S GO RACIN' Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SALINA,KS Posts: 1,212	Re: Clutch Linkage VENDORS? I bought the pieces from brothers. The piece that bolts to the pedal needed shimed but works good. The other piece actually was short. I just added some to the length. Never have put it on yet. Mine has a v8 and is 4 wheel drive. Does seem to work alot better. Worth the money. __________________ Daren 04 Chevy Extend cab 2500HD 6.0 Liter 4x4 71 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 402 BB, th400/np205, dana44/eaton ho52 w/4:10-TOY Rip El Jay RIP BOBBO'S MOM

12-29-2008, 07:05 PM	#5
mr402 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Elmira, Oregon Posts: 449	Re: Clutch Linkage VENDORS? John at Brothers gave me some good info that I'm working on now. If it pans out I'll let everyone know. It sure seems like the way to go and the price for the upgrade appears reasonable at this point. __________________ Enjoying life again. Time to get those big blocks rolling.

12-29-2008, 10:29 PM	#6
heyjoe Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New Orleans area Posts: 198	Re: Clutch Linkage VENDORS? I bought mine at SpeedDirect http://www.speeddirect.com/index.aspx?nodeID=66



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