Restore solid throttle pedal connection on your 1967-1968 Mercury Cougar with this manual accelerator pedal linkage for compatible 289 and 302 V8 applications. Also compatible with Ford 260 V8 setups where this linkage style is required, this linkage is designed for manual transmission cars and connects the accelerator pedal to the accelerator rod for more consistent throttle movement.
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Small Block V8 Fitment: Built for compatible 1967-1968 Mercury Cougar applications with 289 or 302 V8 engines.
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Also Fits Ford 260: Compatible with Ford 260 V8 applications where this linkage style is required.
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Manual Transmission Application: Designed specifically for manual transmission cars.
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Pedal-to-Rod Connection: Connects the accelerator pedal to the accelerator rod.
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Direct-Fit Replacement: Replaces damaged, missing, worn, loose, or unusable OE-style linkage components.
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Improves Throttle Feel: New linkage helps restore more consistent throttle response compared with worn used parts.
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Drivability Restoration Part: A smart choice for pedal assembly service, carburetor linkage work, engine bay restoration, or small block Cougar repairs.
This accelerator pedal linkage is an important drivability part for 1967-1968 Mercury Cougar owners running a compatible small block V8 with a manual transmission. Worn or missing linkage can create sloppy pedal feel, inconsistent throttle response, or incomplete accelerator movement, which affects how the car feels every time you drive it.
By replacing tired original hardware with a direct-fit new linkage, you can restore a cleaner mechanical connection between the accelerator pedal and accelerator rod. It is a strong choice for small block restoration work, manual transmission builds, carburetor linkage service, pedal assembly repairs, or replacing mismatched used parts during an engine bay refresh.
Restore throttle pedal response on your 1967-1968 Mercury Cougar small block V8 manual transmission car with a direct-fit accelerator pedal linkage built for compatible 289, 302, and Ford 260 applications.
| Product Details |
| Make |
Mercury |
| Model |
Cougar |
| Year Range |
1967-1968 |
| Engine Fitment |
289 / 302 V8 |
| Additional Engine Compatibility |
Ford 260 V8 where this linkage style is required |
| Transmission Fitment |
Manual transmission cars |
| Product Type |
Accelerator pedal linkage |
| Installation Area |
Accelerator pedal linkage system |
| Function |
Connects the accelerator pedal to the accelerator rod |
| Replacement Type |
Direct-fit replacement for OE-style components |
| Drivability Benefit |
Helps improve throttle response by replacing worn linkage parts |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces damaged, missing, worn, loose, or unusable accelerator linkage components |
| Application |
Accelerator linkage replacement, throttle response repair, pedal assembly service, carburetor linkage work, or small block restoration |
| Dimensions |
21 in. L x 7 in. W x 4 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
1.3 lb. |
