Just wanted to ask about other options before cutting and welding my accelerator rod. The pivot point on the side of the my '60 235 engine is about 9 inches from the back of the engine. On my original 216 it is about 12 inches, so a 3 inch difference which makes my accelerator rod too long. I saw on Deve's TechNet that you can drill/tap a hole in the block to move the pivot point forward, but not sure I want to go that route. I've seen pictures of some that have been shortened and welded. I was also wondering about cutting, threading and using one of the couplers to make the rod adjustable? Just looking for other ideas before I go cutting up the rod.
~ John in Utah 1946 1/2Ton w/4-speed manual transmission w/1960 235 engine Here We Go Follow in his DITY Bay
- If you think about it, it has been one year ago today!
