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Is this worth doing at home or is it worth having done by a shop?
It works fine on the flats, but has no power when climbing a good grade.
It works fine on the flats, but has no power when climbing a good grade.
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Check the throttle shaft for side play wear before you tear it all down. If it is loose, you will most likely need a shop to but new bushings in.1969 EB, 88 Speed density EFI 302, HP D44 front w/ARB, Radius arm long arm, NP435, D20, D60 w/power lock rear, 4link rear with 4" stretch, Front and rear bumpers made by me.Comment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Probably one of th easiest Carbs to rebuild, but then I have done a few...
2002 F250 Superduty, 7.3 241,500 miles and counting
1979 Bronco, 351M,NP435,4:11's on 33's
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
I have to agree, not much of a carb guy, but when I bought my 74, it would not run due to a leaking acc. pump, bought a rebuild kit, put it back together and it ran that afternoon. The worst part was scraping those 34 yr old gaskets off the surfaces. Just use the directions in the kit, read carefully, sometimes confusing, and if all else fails, ask here. Those SMRT folk will answer up...Originally posted by 904Bronco View PostProbably one of th easiest Carbs to rebuild, but then I have done a few...
74, Banana yellow, on 4-Ton Jack stands, waiting for more overtime. Soon: 37's, NV4500, Atlas, Full width 44/9" sigpicComment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
If you can tie your shoes you have the mechanical apptitude to rebuild itBrad
Chico, Ca.
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Thats what I was hoping, I have the kit and it does't look TOO bad. I've done single barrel carbs before, so I'm sure I can figure it out. Maybe all the stories I heard about carb rebuild issues were for 4 barrel Holleys?
Juggy, I can not only tie my shoes, I can lace in a pair of zippers in a pair of station boots!73' balanced .060 302, NP435, 1"BL, 2 1/2 "pops" susp lift and more to come!!Comment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Yes it is so easy a "Fireman" can do it. 4bbls aren't that big of a deal, the trick is unf*cking what previous owners have done.Originally posted by firecat View Post
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Chico, Ca.
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
thats what scares me, firemen are trained to break stuff.................73' balanced .060 302, NP435, 1"BL, 2 1/2 "pops" susp lift and more to come!!Comment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Most carbs are not too bad. I say go for it - they are pretty self explanatory once you get them apart. I rebuilt my Qjet and it runs like a champ - it was the first I ever tackled, and people say they can be among the most finicky of carbs to rebuild.
If the kit looks simple, it probably is. Heck, if you mess it up, you're only out the cost of the rebuild kit and a little of your time.1970 Bronco
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
ya, even a Marine can do it....yuk yuk...had to bro, sorryOriginally posted by Formerjughead View Post
no really...its really easy. clean area to work, lay everything out, its easyLast edited by Spaceburger; 02-10-2009, 09:13 PM.Relativity: Where ever you go, there you are.Comment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Yeah but I can do it blindfolded with an MRE spoonOriginally posted by Spaceburger View Postya, even a Marine can do it....yuk yuk...had to bro, sorryBrad
Chico, Ca.
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
Especially if you work on the the Truck company... Like me...Originally posted by firecat View Post
2002 F250 Superduty, 7.3 241,500 miles and counting
1979 Bronco, 351M,NP435,4:11's on 33's
2016 Race Red Shelby GT350Comment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
on level ground the autolite/motorcraft carb will run without the top plate installed. simple carb. just don't overtighten the power valve.Last edited by Fordfreak; 02-11-2009, 04:34 AM.6 jeeps 2a-cj5. bronco now. 70,efi 302,c4,ps,pb, 4.56's detroit's 2bl,4.5 rollin on 37'sComment
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Re: how much of a PITA is rebuilding a stock 2 barrel carb?
how tight is too tight?73' balanced .060 302, NP435, 1"BL, 2 1/2 "pops" susp lift and more to come!!Comment
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