Upon removing the cover for my 61 cruise control unit this small 2 inch metal clip fell out. Does anyone recognize it and where it goes? I realize this is a long shot but I thought I'd try. Thank you very much.
Hello Peter,
I've been looking for that part for years :). Thanks for finding it :).
I don't have a '61 shop manual, and I don't recognize that part from the '64 and '67 manuals that I do have. I'm sue someone will reply.
Christopher Winter
That metal clip is placed across the end of the rod assembly that holds/fits over the large end of the tapered spring, holding the spring in place by inserting & bending the ends of the clip around the spring.
See the attached pic where I have identified the clip placement.
Gary, I am truly appreciate of the time you took to solve this mystery. That explains why upon removal of the cover the clip just fell out. You save me a whole lot of time and shipping expenses. Good luck to you and your projects. Project karma will come your way!