Throttle cable help
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Throttle cable help I'm getting ready to install a 5.3 into my 66 c10. And I want to use the stock throttle body that uses the cable....but I can't picture in my head how to make that work in my truck....I though about buying a new TB that uses the TPS and installing a new pedal but I'm not wanting to spend that kind of money right now..... So does anyone have some info or pictures of how to do it? Thanks for any help
Any throttle body that has a TPS (throttle position sensor) will be cable actuated.
If you're considering a DBW (drive by wire) throttle body, you'll need a PCM and throttle controller for it, along with the wiring harnesses.
If you're considering a DBW (drive by wire) throttle body, you'll need a PCM and throttle controller for it, along with the wiring harnesses.
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Your intake manifold might have the bracket on it. I don't know which year 5.3 you have but the 99-07 manifold are made for the bracket. The bracket new from gm parts direct is around $15. I have a 5.3 in a 1992 chevy pickup and I was able to use the 99-02 throttle cable to my gas pedal. I just had to open the hole up in the firewall for the cable to work. It has a plastic square that snaps into the firewall. That cable connected to my gas pedal.
