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how do you stiffen up the gas pedal

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Old Jan 22, 2002 | 10:44 PM
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Car: Chrysler 300c
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how do you stiffen up the gas pedal

i want a little more resistance on it how do i do it
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Old Jan 22, 2002 | 10:49 PM
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add a spring to the lever on the engine.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 04:33 PM
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yep, it's right on your carb, you'll see it move when the accelerator gets pushed.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 05:27 PM
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more springs!!
It is safer too less chance of throttle getting stuck.
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Old Jan 23, 2002 | 06:26 PM
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I do have to say I would put more springs when you are there stiffening it up. I had a MAJOR throttle sticking issue and man let me tell you I don't want anyone going through that. WHile you are tightening it up tou can add more springs to make it safer....
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