Recent content by Matt Crysdale

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    Throttle challenges

    Update: I've replace the spring and recreated a new rod linkage from petal to throttle cable piece. I learned some when making the rod. I re-used the center threaded piece and what I screwed on the ends I just put a couple of screw drivers down the bearing hole and twisted (WRONG). BY the...
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    Throttle challenges

    The throttle return spring still isn't up to the job. I think the rod bearing swivels are too seized. I'm going to see about buying a new rod and spring(s) (or 2 to double it up if needed). I'll attach some pictures this time. The spring was stretched out like that before all this, yes I...
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    Throttle challenges

    I have since discovered my on the 'road' repair I attached the Petal to Throttle piece upside down (on the top rather than the bottom). That was why is was binding so bad! Disclaimer: I did fix this by feel one handed only under the dash in 80 degree weather on the side of the road with no...
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    Throttle challenges

    I recently purchased Superformance GT40 P2282. I've have some throttle problems. 1) The end of the throttle cable snapped off. I don't claim to be a master mechanic (far from it). I spliced a new end on until I find someone more competent to replace the cable. 2) I was out for a drive and...
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    Throttle cable length

    Greetings! SP2282. I had my throttle cable snapped on the road. Looks like the end broke off. I spliced a little extension on it and am limping along. Separately, throttle return spring failed. Upon dissecting the pedal throttle assembly the geometry on the 'rod' connecting the pedal to...
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    ERA GT40

    I'm in the market for a GT40, but know very little about them (other than the history). I'm considering the Superformance cars for their authenticity, but I know there are a lot of other options out there. I'm looking for something that can be mistaken for an original, not some cheesy kit...
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