Here is an adjustable linkage with a swivel head from The Truck Shop.
Page 84, bottom right corner. May still be too short(?) I have seen similar rods from other suppliers, possibly longer than the ones from the Truck Shop.
FWIW, my '54 rod is too short when I use a carb insulator plus 1/16" gaskets on top and bottom. I run with insulator only -- no gaskets.