I found an Olds Quadra jet in a wrecking yard, and it was setting a shelf for some time. In the process of restoring it had to be completely stripped to get it clean. I mean its down to the raw aluminum. I am hoping it is not a complete loss, with the carb kit I'm in it for $100.00 at this point. The fuel bowl is clean now but has a rough (raw) finish in all the areas including the accelerator pump cavity.
Is this a concern? does it need to be polished or smoothed out? can alodine be used to recoat the surfaces? I was going to get the carb paint from Eastwood to repaint the outside.


Please help me out!

 

I would guess that a rough surface would be a problem in the accelerator pump because the seal on the piston wont seal?? I would think a more knowledgeable reply will come your way...

 

Alodine gives aluminium a nice finish but the part need to be very clean and All finger oils removed, then it will need re applied down the road

 

What on earth did you clean it with?

And Why?

- Eric

 

The accelerator pump bore is not a precision orifice so I wouldn't worry about it. Of course your definition of rough and mine might be different. I suppose you could have increased seal wear but they are cheap. Get one that is alcohol resistant.

 

Thanks for the replies.
What did I clean it with? standard over the counter carb. cleaner the kind in the bucket with a basket and yes it will strip the finish off if left over night. This carb was really varnished up.
I found a carb shop that refinishes with a rebuild and test run for $350.00. All I'll have to do is bolt it on and maybe make a minor adjustment. For now I'll be putting the Edelbrock back on but at least I'll have a true 1972 Olds Carb. in my parts bin for later. Will be sending it off when I have the money to do it right.