09-12-2012, 01:52 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: San Diego,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: BDR #258, British Racing Green/Silver Stripes, Gray Int., 351W, T5
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jeffg
Hi, new to BDR ownership. My car (#88)'s gas pedal has a very long travel & the return is very weak, even with 2 springs on the carb. Was there a change to the gas pedal/throttle cable design in later cars?
Any help is appreciated.
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My guess is you ought to move the ball joint on the carb throttle arm to a spot closer in to the shaft. That would shorten your gas pedal travel. You may need a stronger spring(s) as well. Try moving where the cable connects to the carb throttle arm 1st.
Hank Steckel
BDR #258
San Diego
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