The Jalopy Journal
RPM range??? Jon
I have no dog in this fight, simply giving information. Again, do the math. The 1957 single 4 283 with 9.5 compression and the standard cam was...
That 780 Holley should work just fine............................at about 10,000 RPM. While a Q-Jet or a TQ, either with the appropriate intake...
FOR SALE: a COMPLETE SET of Sun tuneup charts from 1956 through 1982. In a different lifetime, I used to sell individual charts (along with A. E....
The genuine Carter AFB's were set up with looser clearances than Holley or Rochester. That large aluminum throttle body has to expand when hot. If...
For those who might buy one of these, and have never before used a leather pump, one should place half a dozen drops of light machine oil...
The ebay search found 3 for the 2GC and 2 of those are not leather! Looks like my prices need to increase! ;) I have only been charging an extra...
There are only the two that one is likely to encounter; as mentioned 21/32 and 3/4. Just for grins, I grabbed a 50 year old catalogue, and 43...
The reason carbking wants carb tag numbers (or the stamped number on 1968 and newer carbs) is these accelerator pumps have variables: (1) pump...
Ekimneirbo - GREAT POST! Lots of early carbs use pipe fittings. Because I could never visualize the sizes, I finally bought male and female...
What WCFB can you NOT buy rebuilding parts for??? Jon
scoob_daddy - the original Cad Carter WCFB's or 4-GC's would be a good choice. Call if you wish to discuss, phone number and hours below. Jon
Since you asked, I am NOT a fan of square bore/spread bore conversions. Period! Either pick the intake you like OR the carb you like and then...
I haven't accepted the statement to always be true! There is no doubt that many modern designed intake manifolds are more efficient than most...
As far as fuel lines are concerned, over the years, at least the following materials have been used by the original manufacturers: Aluminum Brass...
This ad has expired. Thanks to all who purchased these cores. The remainer will be placed, a few at a time on Ebay (at higher prices to compensate...
There are LOTS of options, depending on: (A) how much you plan to actually drive it (B) quality of carburetor (C) "look" you are hoping to...
If you use a Carter with the auxiliary air valve, this is not necessary, as the carburetor itself will block the secondary side, unless the engine...
Actually, there were 4 different carburetors used by Buick on the series 40 and 50 models: Carter 725s (early production) Carter 882s (mid-year...
Another example of the "Law of Unintended Consequenses". Jon
Not going to get into which is better, don't know, not my field. What I do know from experience is that a vehicle with Mobil 1 will start easily...
Just looked at the referenced thread. Not trying to grind my own ax here (well, maybe a little ;) ) but three carbs are a bunch better than two...
Don't know about the manifolds, but the 235 Chevy updraft carbs are not difficult; one just has to look in the right place. ;) Jon
When working/modifying an older vehicle/engine, you have 4 good, personal friends: (1) understanding of mathematics (2) understanding of physics...
More information: https://www.thecarburetorshop.com/WCFB_float_gauges.htm Jon
Primary 1/8 (Carter tool T109-232) Secondary 3/16 (Carter tool T109-222) The Carter tools measure float level as well as side clearance. Jon
If the thread and length are correct, the short taper will work. The long taper just works a bit better, as the adjustment is more precise. Jon
Here is what you are looking for: The extended head is useful for idle adjustment in some cases. There is another valve that does not have the...
You certainly have a point about many folks not understanding the idle screw adjustments. :rolleyes: I have fixed a hesitation coming off of a...
I didn't use the gauge on many applications, and did not record the data, however: Really difficult to beat "metering rod technology" whether it...
Separate names with a comma.