Choosing a carburetor
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''this section needs additional opinions and confirmation'' | ''this section needs additional opinions and confirmation'' | ||
− | Opinions vary on the choice between vacuum secondaries and mechanical ("double | + | Opinions vary on the choice between vacuum secondaries and mechanical ("double pumpers"). However, generally speaking: |
*Gas mileage is better with vacuum secondaries. | *Gas mileage is better with vacuum secondaries. | ||
− | * | + | *Mechanical secondaries are generally best suited to light, manual transmission vehicles. |
+ | *Mechanical secondaries are preferred for racing applications. | ||
+ | *Mechanical secondaries are more difficult to tune. | ||
==Selecting carburetor brand== | ==Selecting carburetor brand== |