Editing How to rebuild a Rochester Quadrajet 4MV carburetor (section)
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=====Tools===== There are a few tools that will make rebuilding the Q-jet easier: * A 1/16" punch for removing the accelerator pump arm roll pin * An adjustable T-square for setting float level * A "pin vice" and a set of small numbered drill bits for measuring and making (or enlarging) small diameter holes. They are bought typically in sets numbered from #61 (0.0390") to #80 (0.0135"). Numbered bits are also available larger than #61- all the way to #1 (0.2280"). At this point, lettered bits take over. Interspersed throughout these are also the fractional and metric sizes. [[File:Numbered bit index.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Small numbered drill bit index]][[File:Pinvice.jpg]] [[File:115 pc drill set.jpg|thumb|300px|left|115 piece drill index]] <br style="clear: both" /> Having a complete 115 piece drill bit index is a very handy tool to have- it allows making, measuring and gauging holes as well as setting Holley and other float levels where the bit can be fit under the float, or above it when setting the float drop. :*Socket wrench set :*Open-end wrench set :*Screwdrivers - various sizes :*Hammer :*Parts cleaning tray - Keeps the parts in place and also keeps any chemicals from spilling in undesired places. :*Parts cleaning brush - Used for cleaning off most of the grime and gunk off the carburetor parts after dipping them. :*Wire brush - Used for scrubbing off the tough spots after dipping the parts. :* #7 drill bit ''^4'' :*Shop towels / rags :*Compressed air - For blow-drying carburetor parts after cleaning and washing them. :*Carburetor stand - used to keep the carburetor in place while working on it. It is useful for testing out all linkages before re-installation. You can buy one from any performance auto parts supplier or build your own. For ideas, check out this [http://www.forabodiesonly.com/mopar/showpost.php?p=498702&postcount=2 post] on [http://www.forabodiesonly.com/ For A-Bodies Only] <blockquote>''"I built a stand to hold the carb body so that I could functionally check all the linkage and clearances on the butterflies. It also makes assembly of the metering rods much easier. You can buy a stand, but hard to justify unless you plan on rebuilding lots of carbs. My Q-jet book told me how to build the stand and it has been invaluable over the years."'' - '''''trees''''', [http://www.hotrodders.com Hotrodders]forum member.</blockquote>
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