Restore proper throttle feel and reliable return-to-idle performance with a correct green accelerator return spring designed for early C1 Corvette engines.
This Corvette accelerator return spring controls throttle pedal return and ensures the carburetor returns smoothly to idle. Correct spring length, color, and tension are critical for proper pedal feel, drivability, and safe engine operation.
Manufactured as a precision steel reproduction, this green return spring matches original specifications used on single four-barrel carburetor applications. It is correct for specific horsepower ratings and is ideal for restorations where throttle response and factory correctness matter.
Fits the Following Corvette Models:
C1 Corvettes with single four-barrel carburetor, 230 HP, 250 HP, or 300 HP engines: 1961, 1962.
Features / Benefits:
Accelerator return spring for early C1 Corvette throttle systems
Correct green color, length, and tension for factory applications
Designed for single four-barrel carburetor setups
Helps ensure proper throttle response and return to idle
Precision steel reproduction for durability and accuracy
GM reference part number: 3722020
Material / Finish:
Precision-formed steel spring finished in correct green coating for durability and factory-correct appearance.
Dimensions:
Overall length: 4 7/8" (12.4 cm)
Spring portion length: 1 7/8" (4.8 cm)
Because Details Matter
Throttle feel is part of the Corvette driving experience. This correct green accelerator return spring restores proper pedal action, reliable idle return, and original under-hood detail. For Corvette owners focused on authenticity and drivability, even the smallest mechanical details matter.