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Title: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: markb0729 on April 09, 2016, 12:03:58 AM

I'm in the process of reconstructing the throttle and automatic transmission linkage for an early 65 Fastback.  My car is a Dearborn built Fastback with an approximate build date of 9/2/64. It's equipped with a 289 and C4 automatic transmission.  I acquired an original bracket from a 260 (origins unknown) that attaches to the valve cover for the transmission kick down spring.  It was heavily coated with dirty grease.  I cleaned up the bracket and was wondering what was the original finish of the bracket?  While cleaning it looked like the bracket was painted black (engine black?).  I searched the forum and checked Mannel's book and it looks like this bracket should be black (inconclusive).  Can someone confirm this for me?

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: ChrisV289 on April 09, 2016, 02:00:29 AM

I believe it should be a natural finish, no black paint...Except the return spring should be black...

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: Richard P. on April 09, 2016, 09:29:33 AM

Quote from: ChrisV289 on April 09, 2016, 02:00:29 AM

I believe it should be a natural finish, no black paint...Except the return spring should be black...

+1 It should be a natural finish.

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: CharlesTurner on April 09, 2016, 11:34:57 AM

I'm used to seeing this piece painted black.

Pic from un-restored car.  I'm sure Mike M. could provide a better pic if not convinced.

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: Richard P. on April 09, 2016, 07:03:17 PM

Quote from: caspian65 on April 09, 2016, 11:34:57 AM

I'm used to seeing this piece painted black.

Pic from un-restored car.  I'm sure Mike M. could provide a better pic if not convinced.

Mike M. are you out there?

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: markb0729 on April 09, 2016, 08:44:56 PM

Hmmm...  Based on Charles pic and while I was cleaning the part (with oven cleaner), I believe it was painted black.  I'm leaning that way unless someone can provide some conclusive evidence otherwise.  I'll hold off for awhile to paint to see if someone responds.  Thanks for everyone's help.  Much appreciated.

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: mgmradio on April 09, 2016, 10:15:35 PM

They be black as Charles stated. Here's a picture of the one on my coupe.

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: markb0729 on April 09, 2016, 10:24:12 PM

Bingo!  Thanks all.

Title: Re: Early 65 289 C4 Kick Down Bracket Finish
Post by: Richard P. on April 10, 2016, 02:14:59 PM

Quote from: mgmradio on April 09, 2016, 10:15:35 PM

They be black as Charles stated. Here's a picture of the one on my coupe.

Thanks for the clarification Mike M. Hope all is well with you and the wife.