How to rebuild automotive carburetors
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==Introduction== | ==Introduction== | ||
Sooner or later, every hotrodder runs into the steps of making induction and carburetion choices while building a performance engine. | Sooner or later, every hotrodder runs into the steps of making induction and carburetion choices while building a performance engine. | ||
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==Holley Carb specifics== | ==Holley Carb specifics== | ||
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| + | The model 4160 Holley 4 barrel carburetor. Along with the model 4150, its design has changed very little since its introduction in 1957, and the design and tuning techniques still work on most of the newer ones. Easy to rebuild, easy to tune, and having LOTS of aftermarket repair and hop-up parts, the 4bbl Holley may be the best choice for you! | ||
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| + | ===Transfer slot=== | ||
| + | Baseline the throttle blades to give a transfer slot to look like the image below. | ||
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==Rochester Carb specifics== | ==Rochester Carb specifics== | ||
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The Rochester Quadrajet- if properly tuned- is one of the best carburetors available on the market. | The Rochester Quadrajet- if properly tuned- is one of the best carburetors available on the market. | ||
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| − | + | ==See also:== | |
| + | *[[How to Rebuild a Rochester Quadrajet 4MV Carburetor]] | ||
===Quadrajet Tuning and Repair Parts=== | ===Quadrajet Tuning and Repair Parts=== | ||
| − | + | *[http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/index.html Cliff's High Performance] | |
| − | [http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/index.html Cliff's High Performance] | + | *[http://quadrajetparts.com/index.php QuadrajetParts.com] |
| − | + | *[http://www.carburetion.com/index.htm Carbs Unlimited] | |
| − | [http://quadrajetparts.com/index.php QuadrajetParts.com] | + | *[http://www.carbkitsource.com/ The Carburetor Doctor] |
| − | + | *[http://www.edelbrock.com/ Edelbrock] | |
| − | [http://www.carburetion.com/index.htm Carbs Unlimited] | + | |
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| − | [http://www.carbkitsource.com/ The Carburetor Doctor] | + | |
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| − | [http://www.edelbrock.com/ Edelbrock] | + | |
==Carter Carb specifics== | ==Carter Carb specifics== | ||
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[[Image:Stromberg.jpg]] | [[Image:Stromberg.jpg]] | ||
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==Actual rebuild procedure== | ==Actual rebuild procedure== | ||
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The overall steps are the same no matter what type of carburetor you are rebuilding. | The overall steps are the same no matter what type of carburetor you are rebuilding. | ||
* Identifying what you have | * Identifying what you have | ||
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Check all the parts to identify what you will be replacing. At a minimum all gaskets, needle and seat and the accelerator pump need to be replaced. Some kits will have additional parts as well. Once the carburetor has soaked, rinse it clean with water and blow out all passages with compressed air. | Check all the parts to identify what you will be replacing. At a minimum all gaskets, needle and seat and the accelerator pump need to be replaced. Some kits will have additional parts as well. Once the carburetor has soaked, rinse it clean with water and blow out all passages with compressed air. | ||
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Re-assemble using the kit instructions and your pictures as a guide. | Re-assemble using the kit instructions and your pictures as a guide. | ||
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