Bit more investigating today and I think I have worked out the kickdown cable. It would appear that the BW65 cables don't have a crimped ferrule that is always referred to. At least, I have two cables and neither of them have ferrules. I have ended up holding the throttle pedal wide open, and then adjusting the kickdown cable to be just past the valve opening point. I hope that is about right - haven't road tested yet though.
I did have another thought re the engine dying when I come to a stop. I did a compression test on the engine and the results weren't good despite the car idling perfectly, and no hint of smoke.
1. 135
2. 155
3. 125
4. 135
5. 100
6. 155
7. 145
8 170
I guess the heads will be coming off next. Would this affect how the trans operates at low speeds?
Automatics are a mystery to me. I have always had manuals.
This car is fighting me all the way. But I will win!