Throttle rod too long, after installing dual carbs.

[billy’s40]

Anyone have any ideas on what I can do with a throttle rod that is too long after installing dual 97 carburetors on my 1940 coupe? Thanks in advance!

 

[petehoovie]

Anyone have any ideas on what I can do with a throttle rod that is too long after installing dual 97 carburetors on my 1940 coupe? Thanks in advance!

 

[vincent]

Bend a Z in it

 

[glennpm]

You can cut the rod, thread each end and install a coupling for final adjustment.


The coupling I used is threaded for 10-24. When you thread the cut ends, be careful that the threading remains concentric. I find that with small thread sizes, the thread can tend to walk to the side giving poor threads on one side and full 180° out. Use the paddles on your die to keep it centered.

 

[69a]

Measure the length you need and the diameter of the ball. There are plenty of adjustable rods at places like Summit. NAPA. Speedway etc.

 

[ssffnomad]

Cut
Sleeve
Tack Weld

 

[19Fordy]

glennpm's idea works for me.
Clean and simple using home made aluminum coupler.
I found I didn't need the lock nuts.

 

[glennpm]

I found I didn't need the lock nuts.

Yes, once the length is set and the end clipped over thee ball, there's no need for the lock nuts, i.e., belt and suspenders


Glenn

 

[petehoovie]

glennpm's idea works for me.
Clean and simple using home made aluminum coupler.
I found I didn't need the lock nuts.

 

[Bored&Stroked]

Either bend a 'Z' in it (crude but effective), or cut and splice/weld it like I did.

 

[rich b]

I would make it longer and hook it to the front carburetor for better geometry.