Info for manual throttle cable for '68 (not accelerator cable) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**3757chevy** · 03-09-2024, 12:28 AM

I have a manual throttle cable on my '72 K5 for use if I needed to throttle up my idle when using a winch for example. I was thinking of adding one to my 68 Suburban. The K5 has a cable operated accelerator but the '68 has a rod from the peddle to carb. Does anyone have an example of how the cable would connect? I had a manual throttle on my '58 3100 but that was almost 50 years ago and I don't remember how it hooked up. Any help would be appreciated.

**LockDoc** · 03-09-2024, 01:46 AM

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These threads have some info in them....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=182074

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=623772 (post #6)

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=1505334

\http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=130124 (post #7)
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**1970cstblazer** · 03-09-2024, 09:32 AM

If you end up going with the correct for 1967-70 manual throttle setup, I have this special throttle cable firewall clip I save from my 1970. I went with the 1971-72 throttle cable setup instead of the rod.

**3757chevy** · 03-09-2024, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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These threads have some info in them....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=182074

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=623772 (post #6)

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=1505334

\http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=130124 (post #7)
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Quote:

Originally Posted by 1970cstblazer

If you end up going with the correct for 1967-70 manual throttle setup, I have this special throttle cable firewall clip I save from my 1970. I went with the 1971-72 throttle cable setup instead of the rod.

Thanks for all the info . I don't know what I need yet.

jaybatta · 01-03-2025, 01:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 1970cstblazer

If you end up going with the correct for 1967-70 manual throttle setup, I have this special throttle cable firewall clip I save from my 1970. I went with the 1971-72 throttle cable setup instead of the rod.

If you still have that firewall ferrule for the manual throttle cable I’d like to buy it.

Thanks

Joe

**1970cstblazer** · 01-03-2025, 08:54 AM

I will look for it and get back with you.

jaybatta · 01-03-2025, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 1970cstblazer

I will look for it and get back with you.

Awesome, thank ya much

03-09-2024, 12:28 AM	#1
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,169	Info for manual throttle cable for '68 (not accelerator cable) I have a manual throttle cable on my '72 K5 for use if I needed to throttle up my idle when using a winch for example. I was thinking of adding one to my 68 Suburban. The K5 has a cable operated accelerator but the '68 has a rod from the peddle to carb. Does anyone have an example of how the cable would connect? I had a manual throttle on my '58 3100 but that was almost 50 years ago and I don't remember how it hooked up. Any help would be appreciated. __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021-partially bought back 2024) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

03-09-2024, 01:46 AM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 26,091	Re: Info for manual throttle cable for '68 (not accelerator cable) - These threads have some info in them.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=182074 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=623772 (post #6) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=1505334 \http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=130124 (post #7) . __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

03-09-2024, 09:32 AM	#3
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 2,105	Re: Info for manual throttle cable for '68 (not accelerator cable) If you end up going with the correct for 1967-70 manual throttle setup, I have this special throttle cable firewall clip I save from my 1970. I went with the 1971-72 throttle cable setup instead of the rod. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, TOTM winner December 2024! Medium Bronze poly, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD Kelsey Hayes wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1970 K20, To be a clone of my Grandfather's K20, Dark Blue poly, 350, 4 speed, 16.5" X 8.25" Kelsey Hayes wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM radio. Latest project truck 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, Dark Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 46k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 67k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

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01-03-2025, 08:54 AM	#6
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 2,105	Re: Info for manual throttle cable for '68 (not accelerator cable) I will look for it and get back with you. __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, TOTM winner December 2024! Medium Bronze poly, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, rear positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" HD Kelsey Hayes wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration finally getting close to completion.. 1970 K20, To be a clone of my Grandfather's K20, Dark Blue poly, 350, 4 speed, 16.5" X 8.25" Kelsey Hayes wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM radio. Latest project truck 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, Dark Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 46k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 67k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels



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