Accelerator cables

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  1. Racer_X

    Racer_X Maverick Hugger

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    is there any difference between 74' and 75' V8 accelerator cables
     
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    I'm not looking at them but they have a different part number and the 74 is one inch longer. I do know some have a different end where it connects to the pedal.

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    another difference is...the firewall mounting holes are...1 or 2 holes...:yup:
     
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    2 holes, i had to order a 75 cable for my 74, getting ready to install it to see if it works
     
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    I got it to work, had to make some smooth bends in it to get it to work, made a custom bracket for it too
     
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