kick down linkage adjustment

Hi all. Ever since I replaced the 630 cfm AVS with a 750 cfm AFB from Ederblock, I have issues with the kick down linkage (these were there, before the engine partial built up, head work, bigger valves, cam, see 440 build for Imperial in the Engines page). Well, I have extended the horizontal rod on the carburetor to the mazimum, still shifts from 1st to 2nd at an indicated 15-16 mph no matter what the throttle. 3rd comes at around 20 and change, regardless.

I am thinking of adding an extension. I can go and get an allthread, and attach it on the current linkage, may be with a couple of small hose clamps (have no welder). Any idea what is the thread size? Looks like some sort of fine thread.

Thanks
Author: demetri