1970 maverick throttle cable

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  1. pipman76

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    since the 70 throttle cable and pedal assembly is different than all the rest what can i use for my throttle assembly and cable ,i plan to do a v-8 conversion. Whta have u guys used who own 70 mavs
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    get the complete assy. from a V8 car...:thumbs2:
     
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    I just did a V8 swap and i used my I6 cable w original bracket, just had to do some easy grinder mods to him. Ive had no issues.:huh: Up to you.
     
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    what did u have to grind on ? and the brakcet u r talking bout ,you mean the throttle bracket that attaches the cable to the engine if so i dont have that bracket my car came to me as a body only ,but t sounds like i can get maybe a aftermarket bracket and attach my throttle cable to it
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    I ran a...Lokar throttle cable...on my last motor. they also have a...cable bracket...:yup:
     
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    Derek 5oComet Tire burner

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    1980-86 Carbed V8 Ford pick-up and 79-86 Carbed V8 Mustang/Capri throttle cables work no problem.
     
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