Question: Quad Kick-down install operation - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**70cst** · 05-19-2011, 09:37 PM

It is my impression that on the 69 and 70 (BB) trucks there were two different ways the 400 Kick down switch worked. The kick-down switch mounts to the carb...one set up used a bracket that hit the plunger when the throttle linkage was pressed. Was there another set up used?

So those who are mechanical knowledgeable about these issues...what were the correct ways this switch operated? Were there two methods of hook up?

Anyone have any pictures on the set up? Thanks in advance.

**fredm98** · 05-19-2011, 11:12 PM

Well there's the gas pedal location but IDK if it's correct for a 69-70.
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=315977

**70cst** · 05-19-2011, 11:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fredm98

Well there's the gas pedal location but IDK if it's correct for a 69-70.
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=315977

I think the gas pedal is for 71-71 years.

**70cst** · 05-20-2011, 10:53 PM

ttt

**70cst** · 05-20-2011, 11:47 PM

Ok...I am going to have to call WES

Livrat · 05-20-2011, 11:55 PM

From what I have found all 68-70 small blocks and 68 big blocks used the same setup..
69-70 big blocks used a completely different switch and bracket.. while wrecking yard hopping the other day I stumbled across and bought a complete big block setup out of a 70 that has the unique switch and brackets. I will try and remember to bring my camera to the shop tomorrow and get you some pictures

**70cst** · 05-20-2011, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Livrat

From what I have found all 68-70 small blocks and 68 big blocks used the same setup..
69-70 big blocks used a completely different switch and bracket.. I just snagged a complete factory 402 setup out of a 70 that has the unique switch and brackets. I will try and remember to bring my camera to the shop tomorrow and get you some pictures

That would be great...Thanks

I think my brackets are missing on my carb...and I will need to buy a set

Livrat · 05-21-2011, 06:28 PM

Here ya go.. obviously its the incorrect carb.. but the switch and brackets are as far as I know the "unique 69/70" BB only setup

**john** · 05-21-2011, 07:16 PM

Heres one with I think the correct carb and brackets.

**70cst** · 05-21-2011, 09:25 PM

Thanks Livrat and john for the pics. Much appreciated

Now I got to find a set

Livrat · 05-21-2011, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by john

Heres one with I think the correct carb and brackets.

I do believe that is the 68 version as it has the tall intake manifold.. in either 69 or 70 they went to a shorter intake..

Livrat · 05-21-2011, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 70cst

Thanks Livrat and john for the pics. Much appreciated

Now I got to find a set

Which switch do you have now? the earlier brackets are available after market

http://www.heartbeatcity.com/store/p...jet--67-68-69/

**70cst** · 05-21-2011, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by livrat

which switch do you have now? The earlier brackets are available after market

http://www.heartbeatcity.com/store/p...jet--67-68-69/

I have a 70 402 ...

Livrat · 05-22-2011, 12:40 AM

The switch and bracket I pictured all came off of a 70 402 and I am not real attached to them. if you are interested I would certainly entertain selling them..

**70cst** · 05-22-2011, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by Livrat

The switch and bracket I pictured all came off of a 70 402 and I am not real attached to them. if you are interested I would certainly entertain selling them..

And the price as I am interested...Thanks

**70cst** · 05-22-2011, 12:55 PM

Solved!!! Thanks Livrat

**70cst** · 06-09-2011, 07:28 AM

ttt for reference...

05-19-2011, 09:37 PM	#1
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Question: Quad Kick-down install operation It is my impression that on the 69 and 70 (BB) trucks there were two different ways the 400 Kick down switch worked. The kick-down switch mounts to the carb...one set up used a bracket that hit the plunger when the throttle linkage was pressed. Was there another set up used? So those who are mechanical knowledgeable about these issues...what were the correct ways this switch operated? Were there two methods of hook up? Anyone have any pictures on the set up? Thanks in advance. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-19-2011, 11:12 PM	#2
fredm98 Active Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 110	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Well there's the gas pedal location but IDK if it's correct for a 69-70. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=315977

05-20-2011, 10:53 PM	#4
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation ttt __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-20-2011, 11:47 PM	#5
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Ok...I am going to have to call WES __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-20-2011, 11:55 PM	#6
Livrat Member #1049 Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Troy Montana Posts: 3,940	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation From what I have found all 68-70 small blocks and 68 big blocks used the same setup.. 69-70 big blocks used a completely different switch and bracket.. while wrecking yard hopping the other day I stumbled across and bought a complete big block setup out of a 70 that has the unique switch and brackets. I will try and remember to bring my camera to the shop tomorrow and get you some pictures Last edited by Livrat; 05-20-2011 at 11:59 PM.

05-21-2011, 06:28 PM	#8
Livrat Member #1049 Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Troy Montana Posts: 3,940	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Here ya go.. obviously its the incorrect carb.. but the switch and brackets are as far as I know the "unique 69/70" BB only setup Attached Images

05-21-2011, 07:16 PM	#9
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Heres one with I think the correct carb and brackets. Attached Images __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

05-21-2011, 09:25 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Thanks Livrat and john for the pics. Much appreciated Now I got to find a set __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

05-22-2011, 12:40 AM	#14
Livrat Member #1049 Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Troy Montana Posts: 3,940	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation The switch and bracket I pictured all came off of a 70 402 and I am not real attached to them. if you are interested I would certainly entertain selling them..

05-22-2011, 12:55 PM	#16
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation Solved!!! Thanks Livrat __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

06-09-2011, 07:28 AM	#17
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,374	Re: Question: Quad Kick-down install operation ttt for reference... __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!



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