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#1
08-31-2017, 09:50 PM
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Accelerator cable direct replacement
Accelerator cable snapped at the gas pedal this weekend (that was fun).
I tried to find a direct replacement on line to match up to what I have, but the on I ordered doesn't match at all. (See OER part #9792222 attached photo) but I missed the fine print for 2V only. Different type of mounting tabs and not quite the same length. I since found that Ames lists specific 68 4v part ( FN377). Does anyone have experience with this one? Is it a drop in replacement or do I just need to get a generic cable, re-use the old sleeve and cut to fit? Also, not clear from catalog photos is it should be FN377 or FN377F?? Last edited by 68FB400; 08-31-2017 at 10:24 PM. |
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#2
08-31-2017, 10:11 PM
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The part you got looks like mine, 1969 Firebird 4bbl.
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- Mike  '69 Firebird 400 - Goldenrod Yellow, 455 +.060, '6s-7' heads, Comp Cam 276AH-10 (51-309-4), TH400, Ford 9-inch w/3.08, 800cfm Q-jet, Stock Intake, Hooker Headers, Flowmasters '68 Coronet 500 Convertible - Medium Gold Metallic, stock 318 +100,000 miles |
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#3
08-31-2017, 10:26 PM
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Ames Catalog page
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#4
09-01-2017, 12:25 AM
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That bracket looks like a 1972 and up A body one to me. I would use the Ames 68-69 F body 4 barrel cable and buy the correct 1968 bracket if it was my choice.
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#5
09-01-2017, 12:11 PM
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A Schab; You were right on the money.
Called Ames and went over their catalog with tech support. My bracket is a '72 as you pointed out. My cable sleeve wasn't correct either. Ordered up the right cable and bracket. Should get back on the road in no time. Thank you! Wayne |
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#6
09-06-2017, 04:41 PM
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Can you post up pics of the results? I've been drawing a blank on where to mount a kickdown cable bracket on my 68, due to the throttle cable design. Everyone with a 2nd gen gets to run down to any parts store, buy a $10 chrome universal bracket, and be on the road in 10 mins! I just can't see how to make something work...
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#7
09-06-2017, 10:03 PM
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What transmission are you using ? The 2 speed auto and th 400 use an electrical kickdown switch.If you happen to have a th 350 you will need the 1969 F-4 bracket that has the provision for the cable and the correct cable.
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#8
09-06-2017, 11:48 PM
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Yes, the TH350 equipped cars use a bracket that accepts a plastic clip on the kickdown CABLE. It has a square opening that the clip snaps into and this bracket mounts near the rear driver side of the intake and carb.,
The TH-400 ONLY has the mount for the the throttle cable to get clamped into. Here's a pic of the TH350 bracket.
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#9
09-07-2017, 12:02 AM
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That picture is for a second gen th 350. I thought we were dealing with a first gen.My mistake, sorry. The F4 bracket is one piece 1969 only part that has the square hole fore a 4 barrel with a th 350 cable.
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#10
09-07-2017, 12:15 AM
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My mistake.. Maybe we are talking 67-69... Here is a pic of one of those setups.
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-- James Work '67 GTO Convertible "Koerner Built 413 500 hp with a Victor!.. I'll run a stock intake." '75 Formula 400 - Daily Driver - Running with my Home Built 455 and TH400 Details here: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=588372 |
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#11
09-07-2017, 02:45 AM
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That last picture is not a 68/69 style. It most likely is mid to late 70's,maybe even early 80's 301.
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#12
09-07-2017, 09:05 AM
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Yes, you are right now that I look at it, it has an HEI.. I can't help at all...
I'll leave with this note. The main difference is - if the OP has a TH350, he needs the Square bracket for the plastic collar on the kickdown cable to snap into, as you described. right? Similar to the bracket in that pic above. If he has a TH400, he only needs, or only has now, the throttle cable bracket. I had one on my 75 Formula before I put the 455 th400 in it. I have it still. I tried modify it to work with the TH400 and it was not going to work. I'm out!
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-- James Work '67 GTO Convertible "Koerner Built 413 500 hp with a Victor!.. I'll run a stock intake." '75 Formula 400 - Daily Driver - Running with my Home Built 455 and TH400 Details here: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=588372 |
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#13
09-17-2017, 05:59 PM
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Wanted to provide an update:
I received and installed the 'correct' 68 throttle cable and 68 bracket from Ames.. See attached. Note: there is an existing aftermarket kick down switch. Everything mounted ok (now the coil bracket/nut is very tight behind the throttle bracket. In the photo the coil had not been mounted yet). The issue now is I do not get full opening of the carb with the gas pedal. It's coming up about 3/8" short of hitting the kick down switch so not quite full throttle. There seems to be a slight bit of play at the mounting point at the gas pedal. What are the recommendations for adjusting this and taking up the slack so as to get full travel/throttle? |
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#14
09-18-2017, 05:53 PM
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