How to rebuild a Rochester Quadrajet 4MV carburetor
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+ | ''The procedures section is currently under construction. Please refer to the threads and links under '''Reference''' and '''Recommended Resources''', which will serve as the basis for this section'' | ||
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+ | ====Cleaning==== | ||
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+ | ====Reinstallation==== | ||
+ | ====Tuning==== | ||
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+ | ==Reference== | ||
+ | ;[http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/rochester-quadrajet-4mv-carburetor-removal-disassembly-rebuild-rookie-level-190558.html '''''Rochester Quadrajet 4MV Carburetor: Removal, Disassembly, Rebuild (Rookie Level)'''''] | ||
+ | :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'''''] | ||
+ | :Thread offers information on power piston springs in relation to tuning a Rochester Quadrajet. Information provided on spring ratings, manufacturers and part numbers*. | ||
− | [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_rebuild_automotive_carburetors How to rebuild automotive carburetors] | + | ;[http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_rebuild_automotive_carburetors '''''How to rebuild automotive carburetors'''''] |
+ | :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'''''] | |
− | + | :Wiki articles that provides background information, history, and variants of the Quadrajet carburetors, as well as the pros and cons of using one. | |
− | [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== | |
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− | + | ;'''''"How to Rebuild and Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors"''''' * by Cliff Ruggles. | |
+ | :Regularly recommended by forum members. In addition to the book, Ruggles also has his own website(http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/index.html), which has a forum devoted to discussing carburetors (http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/simplemachinesforum/). | ||
+ | ;[http://www.digitalcorvettes.com/forums/showthread.php?t=88376 '''''Quadrajet Info by Lars'''''] | ||
+ | :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'''''] | ||
+ | :Factory manual for servicing Quadrajet carburetors. Contains very useful and detailed information, images and diagrams to assist with servicing and rebuild. | ||
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− | ''*Manufacturers and/or part numbers may no longer be current. Members are urged to | + | ''*Manufacturers and/or part numbers may no longer be current. Members are urged to add updated information if and when they come across it.'' |
''**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.'' | ''**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.'' |