Kickdown Linkage vs Cable for my Setup

If you decide on the cable style, like Lokar, just be aware that it may cause your throttle pressure effort to increase. May not be much of an issue with an unmodified valve body in the trans, but something to consider: if you are using a Transgo shift kit (or plan to install one later) they come with a heavier spring for the kickdown valve in the valve body and that will increase the throttle pedal effort required. Thin inner cable diameter and flexible sheath with the heavier spring in the vb causes flex/compression of the kickdown cable as you press on the throttle. It’s nowhere near as positive as the linkage type. Proper routing and lube didn’t help on two different vehicles I’ve tried it on. Looking to replace it with the oem linkage.