Gas pedal throw issue

I've got a problem with not enough gas pedal / cable travel . When the cable is attached to pin on the carb at idle position with no play and then you press the pedal down to the floor its not fully opening the carb butterflies . Seems like it needs another 1/2" of travel on the cable/ pedal . Any suggestions?
I admit I only read ur post. What happens from over the years is that the pedal assambley gets bent down. Pull up on the pedal some then check it. U may need to do this a few times. Kim