lokar pedal assembly question

[dhunt00c]

I have a 68 C-10 cab, firewall holes have all been filled.
I've noticed there is a different locker pedal assembly for 67-70 and 71-72.
The 71-72 seems to be a cleaner install as there is no outer plate on the firewall.

My question, is why are they built slightly different? Anyone know if its because of factor firewall holes or to correct an alignment issues with the carb?

I like to install of the 71-72, but i don't want to order it if it's going to cause me headaches. Anyone have knowledge or experience here?

Thanks in advance!
David

[harpo231]

The mounting between the two pedals (67-70 rod) (71-72 cable) is different.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...00#post1383300

[Andy4639]

Originally Posted by harpo231

The mounting between the two pedals (67-70 rod) (71-72 cable) is different.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...00#post1383300

Correct. 71-72 is hooked up by cable to the carb.

[dhunt00c]

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Correct. 71-72 is hooked up by cable to the carb.

Yes, I’m aware of that. But if my firewall has already had all holes fillled and I like the way the 71-72 polar pedal mounts, can I use it and cut the hole I need for the cable or is there some other reason such as alignment with carb that I should stick with the 67-70 version on a 68 cab?

Thanks
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[cr1hotrod]

I just installed one in my '67 the other day. The 71-72 pedal uses all three bolts. The 67-70 only uses 2 holes and the third(top right from seat) is is just filled with a short bolt.

Check out the instruction sheet...top page is early, bottom is later
https://checkout.speedwaymotors.com/...structions.pdf

The picture on speedway for the early (XBAG-6164) on speedway is wrong, it's the later one pictured.

I did switch mine over to a cable with the early pedal, just had to drill out the pedal arm slightly.

[cr1hotrod]

Also, On the instructions....You'll notice the big hole below where they're drilling the hole for the early pedal...That's your rear harness firewall bulkhead...The pedal arm will bottom out on the wiring there. So that's kind of crappy...lol

[Andy4639]

Originally Posted by dhunt00c

Yes, I’m aware of that. But if my firewall has already had all holes fillled and I like the way the 71-72 polar pedal mounts, can I use it and cut the hole I need for the cable or is there some other reason such as alignment with carb that I should stick with the 67-70 version on a 68 cab?

Thanks
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There is no reason that I know of that would keep it from working. I took mine out and used the Lokar pedal assembly.

[dhunt00c]

Originally Posted by cr1hotrod

Also, On the instructions....You'll notice the big hole below where they're drilling the hole for the early pedal...That's your rear harness firewall bulkhead...The pedal arm will bottom out on the wiring there. So that's kind of crappy...lol

Thank you all for the info. But the question I’m actually asking is still getting just a bit. I actually question is if the 71 to 72 will work on a 68 cabin not create other line issues. The reason I’m asking is I’m going to be rich and does not have any powdered On the other side of the far wall like the 67 to 70 pedal assembly does. Purely cosmetic but I just think the 71 to 72 pedal assembly. Install. As long as it winds up to the car correctly and there’s no people binding issues.

That make any sense? I really appreciate everyone’s replies just trying to be sure before I place an orderFor something that I can’t use at that type of cost.
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[68Stepbed]

You say your firewall has been filled, but have the mounting nuts been removed? Technically, other than the factory holes not lining up, there's no particular reason you can't use the 71-72 assembly. Just keep in mind you will have to make some modifications to make it work. As for lining up with the carb, it's a cable operated system and the cable is lined up by the bracket that attaches to the carb, so the orientation of the cable from the firewall is less important.

[dhunt00c]

Originally Posted by cr1hotrod

Also, On the instructions....You'll notice the big hole below where they're drilling the hole for the early pedal...That's your rear harness firewall bulkhead...The pedal arm will bottom out on the wiring there. So that's kind of crappy...lol

Thank you all for the info. But the question I’m actually asking is still getting just a bit. I actually question is if the 71 to 72 will work on a 68 cabin not create other line issues. The reason I’m asking is I’m going to be rich and does not have any powdered On the other side of the far wall like the 67 to 70 pedal assembly does. Purely cosmetic but I just think the 71 to 72 pedal assembly. Install. As long as it winds up to the car correctly and there’s no people binding issues.

That make any sense? I really appreciate everyone’s replies just trying to be sure before I place an orderFor something that I can’t use at that type of cost.
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[cr1hotrod]

If you have a blank slate and are starting from scratch, you can use whatever pedal you want. It really doesn't matter what you use if you've smoothed the whole firewall.