Choosing a carburetor
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==Selecting carburetor size== | ==Selecting carburetor size== | ||
The higher the engine can rev, the greater the required CFM. However, if the primaries are too large the drop in vacuum caused when the throttle is opened can hurt the bottom end and drivability. | The higher the engine can rev, the greater the required CFM. However, if the primaries are too large the drop in vacuum caused when the throttle is opened can hurt the bottom end and drivability. | ||
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* More on Holley carbs [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_rebuild_automotive_carburetors#Holley_squarebore_carb '''here''']. | * More on Holley carbs [http://www.crankshaftcoalition.com/wiki/How_to_rebuild_automotive_carburetors#Holley_squarebore_carb '''here''']. | ||
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=='''[http://www.edelbrock.com/ Edelbrock]''' Performer/AVS Thunder== | =='''[http://www.edelbrock.com/ Edelbrock]''' Performer/AVS Thunder== | ||
Edelbrock is another well recognized name in carburetors. They make carburetors for different applications: street, racing, marine. Edelbrock carbs have become a favorite among hot rodders. They manufacture good quality carburetors. | Edelbrock is another well recognized name in carburetors. They make carburetors for different applications: street, racing, marine. Edelbrock carbs have become a favorite among hot rodders. They manufacture good quality carburetors. | ||
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This carb is still something of an unknown and untested by many hotrodders; whether it will be a hit or a miss remains to be seen.<br style="clear:both"/> | This carb is still something of an unknown and untested by many hotrodders; whether it will be a hit or a miss remains to be seen.<br style="clear:both"/> | ||
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==Rochester Quadrajet== | ==Rochester Quadrajet== | ||
*[[Quadrajet]] | *[[Quadrajet]] | ||
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