How to rebuild a Rochester Quadrajet 4MV carburetor
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The thread discusses the removal, complete tear-down, cleaning, rebuild kits, rebuild process, re-installation, and tuning of a Quadrajet 4MV model. The discussion includes detailed, step-by-step pictures, various links to online resources, and lots of helpful advice from forum members. | The thread discusses the removal, complete tear-down, cleaning, rebuild kits, rebuild process, re-installation, and tuning of a Quadrajet 4MV model. The discussion includes detailed, step-by-step pictures, various links to online resources, and lots of helpful advice from forum members. | ||
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+ | [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/q-jet-power-piston-springs-160724.html Q-Jet Power Piston Springs] | ||
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+ | Thread offers information on power piston springs in relation to tuning a Rochester Quadrajet. Information provided on spring ratings, manufacturers and part numbers*. | ||
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+ | [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_rebuild_automotive_carburetors How to rebuild automotive carburetors] | ||
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+ | Wiki article intended to provide information on rebuilding a carburetor. ''(Article remains under construction as of June 22, 2011)''. | ||
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+ | [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/Quadrajet Quadrajet] | ||
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+ | Wiki articles that provides background information, history, and variants of the Quadrajet carburetors, as well as the pros and cons of using one. | ||
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===Recommended Resources=== | ===Recommended Resources=== | ||
− | "How to Rebuild and Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors" * by Cliff Ruggles is regularly recommended by forum members. In addition to the book, Ruggles also has his own website(http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/index.html), which a forum devoted to discussing carburetors (http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/simplemachinesforum/). | + | ''"How to Rebuild and Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors"'' * by Cliff Ruggles is regularly recommended by forum members. In addition to the book, Ruggles also has his own website(http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/index.html), which a forum devoted to discussing carburetors (http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/simplemachinesforum/). |
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A detailed document written by Lars Grimsrud on troubleshooting and tuning Quadrajet carburetors. | A detailed document written by Lars Grimsrud on troubleshooting and tuning Quadrajet carburetors. | ||
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+ | [http://4x4mecca.com/upload/demouploads/Quadrajet_Service_Manual_1981.pdf Delco Quadrajet Carburetor,Models 4MV-4MC-M4ME-M4MC Service Manual] | ||
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+ | Factory manual for servicing Quadrajet carburetors.Contais very useful and detailed information, images and diagrams to assist with servicing and rebuild. | ||
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− | ''*For current availability, edition and pricing, please visit an online book retailer such as [http://www.amazon.com Amazon],[http://www.ebay.com eBay], [http://www.half.com Half.com]. This title is also available through Ruggles' website.'' | + | ''*Manufacturers and/or part numbers may no longer be current. Members are urged to added updated information if and when they come across it.'' |
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+ | ''**For current availability, edition and pricing, please visit an online book retailer such as [http://www.amazon.com Amazon],[http://www.ebay.com eBay], or [http://www.half.com Half.com]. This title is also available through Ruggles' website.'' |