Still using an OEM (i.e. the repro equivalent thereof) throttle cable on my 350-4bbl, which is now a Quick Fuel instead of Q-Jet - Unfortunately it's too long on the engine side so it's moderately arched in the section behind the carb, creating intermittent binding issues at the throttle to where I'm now frustrated enough to seek a replacement but not sure what to consider

What I see in the Lokar options seems questionable - apparently their wires are secured via a set-screw and I've read where wires have slipped loose of it and rendered the cable inoperable whenever/wherever.... Not seeing any other types though, am I missing something or is this gonna be a finding the best of the worst expedition?

 

You might reach out to 70Post (Patton) via PM. Patton has good familiarity w/ throttle cables.

 

I've used the cut-to-length Lokar throttle cables on lots of builds in my shop and they work great! I've never had one fail or raise concerns at all. In fact, I have one on my recent 442 Resto as well.

 

Did you start with the 24" housing cable set? I presume only the cable wire itself is cut to length... . I know the OEM cable is 23.25" in total length, so would presume 24" is the correct starting point or better to start with 36" for safe modification room?

 

I'm not sure which length I started with on my 442 but both the outer casing/sheath and center cable can be cut to length. I would pick the best starting length to give the flexibility needed.

Dave

 

Hey 442 Dude, I'm curious about how you adapted the Lokar clevis to the stock pedal..........thx.

 

Sure----you pull the center cable out of the sheath and then remove the clevis adapter. The center cable will work with the standard OEM plastic retainer that is used on the gas pedal arm. It's pretty simple and seamless. Works great!

 

Thanks!

 

Another vote for Lokar in a non-stock application. When we did the 4bbl swap on my friend's 69 F85 with the I6, this was the easy answer. Also used the Lokar TV cable for the 200-4R and their bracket for the E-brock carb. Works like a champ.

 

Good so far. Removed the old cable which revealed a square hole in the firewall about 1/2" x 1/2". Lokar cable housing is only 5/16" so I'll sandwich the firewall with two 5"16 fender washers to seal it up. Should work very well.
Thanks Joe.

 

Exactly what I did.