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Old Jul 19, 2013 | 01:35 PM
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Carburetor

Hello:

What recommendations are out there to purchase a new rebuilt Rochester 4 bbl carb?

Thanks
Old Jul 19, 2013 | 01:56 PM
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http://customrebuiltcarbs.com/contact.php3

I just had them rebuild and restore two of my original '72 455 QJets in June. Steve (stickw31) recommended them and I could not be happier with how they turned out mechanically and cosmetically. They also have rebuilt carbs in stock if you don't have one to send for a rebuild or restoration.

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Old Jul 19, 2013 | 02:18 PM
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Depends on what you have now and your goals, from model/date code correct for the car to just something functional. Basically find a pre 1980's ECM core and have it rebuilt to match your engine. A 4MC allows for an easy swap to an electric choke.

Try this site for a little research:
http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/tech_articles.html
Old Jul 20, 2013 | 08:24 AM
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Don't. At least, do not buy one from a parts store. There are lots of bad shortcuts that have been used over the years and mutilated many of the carbs out there.
Dig around and go with a reputable vendor, like Cliff Ruggles, Carb Doctor, etc. Sparky does great work but usually doesn't have cores.
Starting from scratch is an adventure.
Old Jul 20, 2013 | 09:09 AM
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Originally Posted by oddball
Don't. At least, do not buy one from a parts store.
Also, DO NOT buy one from a no-name ebay provider. I've seen too many people get burned from these guys by a franken-carb that's assembled from a bunch of mis-matched parts.
Old Jul 20, 2013 | 09:52 AM
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