That's the important part of the adjustment though. The free travel puts the clutch release and apply "where" it's supposed to be in the clutch travel. It if applies too close to the floor for example, it may not be released all the way. Conversely, if it applies too close to the top of the travel, it might not be applied all the way. I looked again today and the rod to get is actually for the 67 and up A body. That's the one that's over 7" long with plenty of threads. So you can cut it to fit and work correctly. I bet you did like I did and got a run of the mill big box store clutch kit. I am certain that's the trouble. With the later A body rod cut to a more appropriate length, it will work like it's supposed to. If you want to wait until I do mine, I'll report back and let you know how it turned out. That way if it's a total failure, you won't repeat it. LOL
