I second this, as the bracket to fit the TP rod geometry is pretty much mandatory with and eddie carb.
I built my own, but looking back it would have been easier to buy it, because they don't cost much.
If you decide to try and get by without it, it's near impossible to get the geometry right.
Geometry does not refer to just whether it connects or not, but how much it travels in relation to the carb linkage and is critical to correct trans pressures.
Edelbrock part number 1481 adapter and the pin kit is what you want (about 20 bucks)