Firewall throttle linkage 1960 apache

[WhippinSaw]

I just updated my carb, so I had to update my custom throttle linkage. I used my old set I made as a template and used heim joints (aka: rod end bearings) like the post above to make the new connections. I found a good how to do article here that includes a shopping list that worked. http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2...rottleLinkage/ Its a ford website but the custom linkage still works for our trucks.

[chevytrucknut61]

I worked with a fellow hot rodder, he turned me on to the heim joint in 88. I used a piece of stainless. I had to take my engine out (350) and relized that all this time I was running with a short lever from the 6 cylinder I had before. found a longer one at the salvage and instant power, always wondered why it seemed that I never had much power. Never had full throttle! 20 years never had it. Boy I even feel stupid talking about it. I built mine way before we could have this much help from around the world.

[doobiebro]

Originally Posted by WhippinSaw

I just updated my carb, so I had to update my custom throttle linkage. I used my old set I made as a template and used heim joints (aka: rod end bearings) like the post above to make the new connections. I found a good how to do article here that includes a shopping list that worked. http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2...rottleLinkage/ Its a ford website but the custom linkage still works for our trucks.

Cool info WhippinSaw....will need to save for sure... thanks for sharing..