In this episode, I explain my 10 best tips to help you inspect, disassemble, and rebuild your carburetor! From the Stromberg 97, to the Holley 94, Holley 4000, Carter WCFB, Rochester, Edelbrock, Summit, Demon, and all the rest – these tips will work for ANY carburetor you rebuild and restore.
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Links to helpful files, tools, and recommendations…
Ultrasonic Cleaner Videos
https://youtu.be/lAP4bCzIs8A?feature=shared
https://youtu.be/AwGu8MbJt0w?feature=shared
https://youtu.be/Kv1Jrqz3hnk?feature=shared
Ultrasonic Cleaner
https://a.co/d/1kDmkDo
Storage Container
https://www.harborfreight.com/search?q=storage%20container
Protective Coating
https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-carb-renew-2-silver-aerosol-5-oz-nv.html?srsltid=AfmBOop9x2v9eyaS8t6sGUoPrFp2fuTrxjbJCrw-Sob6SIQnAZs_xh65
50s Ford Files (and engine manual included)
https://www.hotrodreverend.com/product-page/50-s-ford-restoration-files
https://www.eatonbalancing.com (Ted Eaton website)
http://www.ford-y-block.com (John Mummert Machine Y Block Parts)
http://forums.y-blocksforever.com/Group1.aspx (forum for Y Block Ford enthusiasts)
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=5 (forum for the FordBarn)
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Another note- When selecting a kit, make sure its gaskets and seals will work with today's fuels as many of us only have fuel that contains 5%-10% Ethanol. Ethanol will destroy certain rubber gaskets, hoses, and needle assemblies.
Great video with some awesome tips!