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Technical => Engine Tech Forum => Topic started by: Kar-Mann on November 17, 2004, 11:00:19 PM

Title: Carbs
Post by: Kar-Mann on November 17, 2004, 11:00:19 PM

I have a stock 72' Ghia 1600 dual port.  I am thinking of losing the orig. stock Solex and upgrading my carb. for something with a little more \"kick\". I am not that mechanically savy, so I am looking for something that will be simple and reliable with little required adjustments or maintenance.  I'm not building a racer, but would like to put a little more \"fire\" in the belly of my lil' Ghia.

I would be interested on any thoughts you guys may have on carb. options (centermount DB; dual SB; dual DB? etc.).  Kadrons, Webbers? - it's all new to me.  

Also, if anyone is selling or has a line on some carbs and/or knows a good carb. mechanic for the install, that would be good to know as well.

Thanks,

Title: Carbs
Post by: red snapper on November 18, 2004, 06:41:49 AM

you should try Mike at Rudy Feeg @ 604 590 4409. Good luck.

Title: Carbs
Post by: Kar-Mann on November 18, 2004, 08:02:43 AM

Sick Ghia Red, what do you have for carburation?

D.

Title: Carbs
Post by: Cameron on November 18, 2004, 08:40:59 AM

Best bang for the buck:

Kadron / Solex kit, 009 distributor, and a header with a single muffler.
25% increase in horsepower, on a stock engine, maybe more.  And improved gas mileage, depending on how you drive.

All bolt on parts. If you have some hand tools, and a couple of hours, you may want to bolt everything on yourself.

Read more on Gene Berg web site.
CLICK HERE (http://www.geneberg.com/carburetionpg8.htm)

Title: Carbs
Post by: Bruce on November 18, 2004, 05:24:56 PM

For a stock engine, limit yourself to a pair of Kadrons.  Don't get a center mount progressive 2bbl carb.  All they do is increase your fuel consumption.
For the full effect you need a header and single muffler like Cameron says.

Title: Carbs
Post by: James Buchan on November 18, 2004, 10:31:41 PM

Where are you located there are lots of good guys for install around.

Title: Carbs
Post by: Kar-Mann on November 19, 2004, 09:19:14 AM

I'm in North Vancouver, but North Surrey or North Langley is not a problem.