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Old 01-15-2010, 07:42 PM   #8
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Re: Throttle linkage

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Originally Posted by Green66Shortbed View Post
i think i also just found out what part of my problem is also. i only have enough throw in the arm on the firewall to get half-throttle when the pedal is to the floor. if i move my carb end of my linkage to the inner position on the carburetor, i should get more movement out of the carburetor. hopefully i can use your picture to help me figure something out.
Yep, that's why I made mine adjustable. There are three holes in the outer rod that allows the inner rod to slide further inward (secured with a hitch pin). And, the ends are threaded for finer adjustments.
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