Kickdown lever position

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  1. Racer_X

    Racer_X Maverick Hugger

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    Is the V8 style kickdown lever supposed to be pointed towards the bell housing. Working on my V8 swapped 74, the picture below is how its positioned now.
     

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    The lower left shows a typical connection from the carb to the trans.

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    Looks like I need to flip it around lol, thank you.
     
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    Here you go

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