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I just picked up the correct blue throttle return spring.
For the people that use the correct blue spring, did you add a spring on the inside for safety? I currently have a double return spring that I'm using. It looks like there was only one spring originally.
It looks like if I add one it will take away from the originality look I was looking for.
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I strive for originality but violate it for safety sake. I've probably used a second spring for 30 years or more. It is not within the original spring but pulls the lever forward from another location.
I had a cruise control stick at 70 mph on a vehicle once. Fortunately I was able to stay at the speed until I got to an exit off the Interstate and shut the key off and coasted to a stop for a side-of the road disconnect of the cruise linkage.
Last edited by Jimc2002; 05/21/15 02:45 AM.
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I just picked up the correct blue throttle return spring. Where?
2012 Mustang Boss 302 #1918, Competition Orange. FGF replacement
2006 Mustang V6 Pony, Vista Blue. Factory ordered.
2019 BMW X3 (Titled to the wife, but I'm always driving it for her. So I'm claiming it)
Old projects, gone but not forgotten:
1967 FB 400, original CA car. After 22 years of work, trashed by the guy who was supposed to paint it. I had to sell it.
1980 Turbo Trans Am
1970 Mustang fastback, 351C 4Bbl, auto
1988 Mustang GT, 5 speed
1983 F-150 4x4, built 302
1994 Chevy K2500 HD 4x4, 454 TBI
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I just picked up the correct blue throttle return spring. Where? From Ames Performance
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A second spring pulling forward has an advantage other than safety. The return spring pulling rearward only puts pressure on the carburetor throttle shaft and shaft bore or bushing, which may result in wear of the shaft and or bushing on one side. Having a second spring pulling forward may help alleviate shaft/bushing wear.
Just my opinion, I'm not an expert.
Al
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