4speed Z-Bar ???????

[NazztyMonte]

Im ready to install my Z-Bar and it;s looking like the rod that connects to it is 4-5" to long. Has anyone installed 4 speeds in there Montes ? If so, does a certain bracket need to be fabricated in order to get it all lined up ? Right now, my mechanic is thinking about cutting the rod that connects to the Z-Bar. I bought a kit for chevelles I think and I know the two cars are differant.

[Sam (Bones)]

that should be the same as a chevelle, the "Z" bar attaches to the engine block at the same place, the frame mount for the "Z" bar is a monte only piece, the cluth adjustment rod should be the same, I am not sure about the rod that goes to the clutch pedal , I believe it's the same

[RichG]

The only part that is different between Chevelle and Monte 4 speeds is the frame mounted bracket. The frame is shaped differently there but is the same (or close enough) width as a Chevelle.

[NazztyMonte]

What do you guys think would be the problem with the rods being way to long ? I bought a brand new Chevelle kit. They donty even line up straight coming out of the fire wall.

[Sam (Bones)]

is the "Z" bar square to the engine? if not the frame mount for the "Z" bar is in the wrong place, remember...the frame mount is a monte specific part

[RichG]

Some pictures might help us figure it out. I can look at my 4 spd and compare.

[NazztyMonte]

right now the car the z-bar is off and the rods aren't connected anymore. Once it gets put back together , I will snap some photos. Thanks for your time,

Phil

[Sam (Bones)]

Rich...could/would you post some pictures of yours?

 

been so long since I took mine apart I forgot how everything goes

[RichG]

I should be able to do that this weekend.