I spent some time on the weekend connecting up my tranny linkage and adjusting the clutch per the Shop Manual. Is it normal for the brake pedal to stick out of the firewall farther than the clutch pedal? I'm guessing it's at least an inch closer to the seat than the clutch pedal. I ordered a clutch pedal return spring from our host, but don't see how that is going to change anything, as the pedal is tight against the firewall. Any idea or diagram where this spring attaches? Also, my next project to get the truck rolling is to fabricate up the throttle linkage. I bought some 1/4" aluminum rod stock to bend up easily and once I get it bent correctly, I'm planning to bend up a 1/4" steel stock. Do any of you have any advice or experience to share on this?
Picture and diagram Here's a diagram out of the Factory Assembly Manual showing the placement of the clutch return spring. And a picture of my clutch and brake pedals. Hopes that answers a few questions.
Excellent Ken - Much thanks. I need to look harder (I've heard this from SWMBO), as I have that manual laying around here. It appears that your brake/clutch pedals aren't the same distance from the back firewall either. Have any photos of your connected up throttle linkage? End of pedal assembly to carb? Larry
She is a wise woman! If you've got the Factory Assembly Manual, go to Sect. 6 Sheet 3.01. Good diagram that shows the accelerator rod and carb rod assembly.
Emergence brake Hi Ken, I notice a missing emergence brake handle with a new grommet in the hole. Mine rattles LOUD. Did this grommet work and if so where can I buy it. Thanks Willard Green
Pedal height Larry I am as old as the AD and I can remember that the less used (better)trucks having the brake pedal higher than the clutch. But maybe not an inch?
Willard, the grommet will definitely make your rattle go away. That's a 1/4" ID 3/4" OD rubber grommet. Where did I get it? HHA. After looking over Hell's Half Acre, I found one in an old box of assorted grommets and fasteners in the shop. You should be able to pick one up at any local hardware store.
