440 4-barrel throttle linkage for a 727 tranny

[firstgenfan66!]

I have missing pieces for my throttle linkage and not being able to find the parts I need, I have been doing research in Lokar Cable Linkage. I like how it looks cleaner at the motor, a lot less pieces around there and it seems very reasonably prices.

My question is, has anyone done this to their setup? How do you know which one (or setup works for yours) How was the installation process and do you like it compared to the original throttle rods and bell cranks. Let me know!

This link is what got me intersted: http://www.hotrod.com/articles/the-lowdown-on-stock-torqueflite-kick-down-linkage/

For my engine info: It is a edelbrock performer intake with a Holley Carb I believe a 3310 with vaccum secondaries.

 

[d fark]

Mines from Bouchillon performance, performer rpm, Holley 1850

 

[firstgenfan66!]

View attachment 504670 Mines from Bouchillon performance, performer rpm, Holley 1850

How do you like it compared to the original setup from dodge? Easy to install and set ?

 

[firstgenfan66!]

View attachment 504670 Mines from Bouchillon performance, performer rpm, Holley 1850

Also in your engine compartment are those cross bars original? I don't have those what is the purpose really? I've seen them on some fords so I was just curious. thanks! Nice setup by the way looks super clean!

 

[d fark]

My car is a 73 satellite I think the crossbars are original for that car. My engine builder installed and set it up he said he liked the setup.
And coming from him that is good because if he didn't like it he would have told me so

 

[ChargerM440]

I have installed both a throttle and kickdown cable on my 440/727 combo with an Edelbrock. I used an alleged knock-off Lokar kickdown cable and bracket kit like this one: https://www.amazon.com/CHRYSLER-727-TRANSMISSION-KICKDOWN-CABLE/dp/B004W837Y2

You can spring the $97 for the Lokar cable, but then you will also need to invest an additional $30 to get the throttle bracket.
Cable: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/lok-kdp-2727ht/overview/
Bracket: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/lok-srk-4000/overview/

I found the less expensive cable to be great quality and a superb value. I am very satisfied with it's fit and operation. Whichever you decide is obviously up to you, but I do recommend using Lokar's instruction manual for installation. It can be found here: https://static.summitracing.com/global/images/instructions/LOK-INS0046-ChryslerKickdown.pdf

While installing the kickdown I accidentally broke my corroded factory throttle cable and ran down to the local parts store and picked up a Spectre universal piece. You do have to measure and cut this cable for proper fitment. I used the factory cable as a template to trim the new one. You can get this part online or at pepboys or autozone. Again, it's pretty good for a low cost alternative.
http://www.autozone.com/fuel-system...raided-housing-throttle-cable-kit/536804_0_0/

I didn't set out to be cheap about the conversion. I found the kickdown cable and brackets at a swap meet vendor before I new about Lokar and I bought the throttle cable because it's what the parts store had on hand. Ultimately, everything worked out great for me and thought I'd pass along the possible savings. Good luck!