on the transmission connector, how many conductors are there, 1 or 2?  Likely 1 for 1969 as there was no Transmission Controlled Spark like on my 1970, as mine has 2 conductors in a "T" formation.  On mine, one conductor is to sense what gear it's in, and the other is for kickdown.

The setup will be very similar to my 70 454 turbo 400, where 12V power goes to a switch mounted on the carb, and then continues down to the transmission.   I've seen a couple different types of switches for 1969, likely dependent on assembly plant and when it was built.  I'll see if I can post photo's of my switch and bracket, and there's also a "foot" that mounts to the throttle part of the carb that comes down and pushes the switch to engage passing gear. 

I'll try to get a pic of mine don't think its been played with yet (try this weekend)

I know the bracket can be bought repro, same one as on a Chevelle, etc with a quadrajet carb (not the same as a Holley carb).  I likely have a single conductor connector as well.   

I checked my notes from when I had to make the harness when I put in my 454, while my transmission connector has 2 conductors in a T formation, yours should just have a single with the conductor in the bottom of the T.   

Re 12V power, between your brake booster and the plastic gutter that runs along the top of the firewall that the harness should sit in, does it look like there is any cut wires there? (your oil pressure sending unit wire should also come out of the harness there).  That's where my 1970 gets the power from, it's just a 12v lead that comes on with the ignition. 

and the bracket:
www.classicindustries.com/controller.cfm?type=product&action=productDetail&productId=25875&productSearchCatalogId=5

2+2 Double take wrote:

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I'll try to get a pic of mine don't think its been played with yet (try this weekend)

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Definitely would appreciate any pictures that could be supplied!

Also, the switch seems to be a hard item to find or extremely expensive.  Anybody have a good working extra that they would sell at a reasonable price?
Thanks.

 

gtodrive wrote:

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2+2 Double take wrote:

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I'll try to get a pic of mine don't think its been played with yet (try this weekend)

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Definitely would appreciate any pictures that could be supplied!

Also, the switch seems to be a hard item to find or extremely expensive.  Anybody have a good working extra that they would sell at a reasonable price?
Thanks.

 

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heres pictures of a real one    How about 100.00 for one?


http://cgi.ebay.ca/CHEVY-KICKDOWN-SWITCH-TURBO-400-TRANSMISSION-/220645297024?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories

 

gtodrive wrote:

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Ever since I bought the 2+2, it has been one surprising and bewildering discovery after another.  This is all new to me and confusing why the previous owner removed this?   So at this point, I have no "passing" gear and no parts to make this functional.  I need the bracket, the switch, the harness, and pictures or diagrams on how this is all supposed to connect.  Extremely frustrating treading in these unfamiliar waters and at the same time wondering what the previous owner was thinking?!   I need a lot of help on this one guys!  THANKS!

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     Is this the 45,000.00 totally restored nut and bolt restoration off e-bay?

 

427carl wrote:

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Is this the 45,000.00 totally restored nut and bolt restoration off ebay?

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I promised another member on here that I would not complain about how this car definitely was not worth $45,000.  So, the facts are that the previous owner got ripped off on what he paid for work done on this car and until you start taking things apart, you don't realize what the quality of the work was and what is missing.  The car was not advertised as a total nut and bolt restoration, so a lot of the purchase cost (too much) was due to the rarity.  The car has an awesome paint job, TOTALLY unrepaired rock solid frame and body with the exception of the trunk floor being replaced.  Other than that, I estimate that I will put another $20,000 into it over the next couple years to bring it up to my standards.  At THAT point it will be a candidate for a $30,000 sticker.  Cars are a labor of love and we're all crazy (some more than others! lol)  At this point I consider myself a preservationist and am comitted (no pun intended) to own it for a long time.  Simply said, I look at this car as a rare piece of Canadian Pontiac history and I love the car.  Also, I thankfully have a very understanding wife!  Enough said.

 

427carl wrote:

heres pictures of a real one    How about 100.00 for one?


http://cgi.ebay.ca/CHEVY-KICKDOWN-SWITCH-TURBO-400-TRANSMISSION-/220645297024?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories

 

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Thanks for the tip on the switch 427carl!  I made an offer and got it for $60 with the bracket.  Thankfully the paddle or foot is still attached to my carb.
Thanks seventy2plus2 for the tip on the harness and the other info!  Much appreciated!
So in the end, I got what I needed for $106 shipped.  I thought I was in for another long hunting expedition like I'm still on for the elusive 396/427 crankcase vent tube!
Thanks again guys!