jdanko18
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Post by jdanko18 on Dec 6, 2009 19:23:30 GMT -5
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glenn
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Post by glenn on Dec 6, 2009 21:04:22 GMT -5
check out www.chirco.com i've used them lots of parts and cheap too. here is link for your rebuild kit -==http://www.chircoestore.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=133_460_776&products_id=13477== part # is CPR198270-1 |
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Post by horen2tas on Dec 7, 2009 8:30:03 GMT -5
That carb looks really hammered =rust, nicks in the mating surfaces, lots of krispy, crusty suff going on there. Zenith carbs leave a lot to be desired, when they get to the stage in the picture. Unless you have the capability to boil that thing out with all jets removed, there's a very good chance you're going to be plagued with problems. If I were you, I'd look at a rebuilt from a reputable supplier, or better yet, if you can afford it buy a Weber brand carb, I found that they work great. While you're at it, if you can get access to the gas tank check out what it looks like inside and if there is sediment and debris, you may want to clean it out and also add an inline filter or two, somewhere before the gas reaches the carb.
good luck, Mike Horen
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 7, 2009 9:19:19 GMT -5
I would say your best bet, depending on money of course, is to go with a stock solex carb. Can't tell if you have a single or dual port motor, but if it is a dual port you can re-use your end castings and get a new center section then go with a new solex which will have an electric choke and utilizes the pre-heat tubes. If you have extra cash (don't we all?) then some Kadrons from AJ Simms are a great bet.
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Post by smyrnaguy on Dec 7, 2009 10:18:18 GMT -5
I believe your engine was manufactured in July of 67'. Its a 1500cc. It would probably run better and be easier to maintain with a pict 30 solex carb. You'd have to change the intake though. An unheated intake is never going to give you good performance or economy, especially in cooler weather like Pa winters. For racing they are just right because full throttle is the norm. Without heat gas vapor condenses back into liquid inside the cold intake. Flooding and running too rich result.
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jdanko18
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75 Bradley GT
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Post by jdanko18 on Dec 7, 2009 17:32:50 GMT -5
Thanks for the suggestions.... I don't know if the mechanic wants to go with the rebuild route and I dont have any experience there... and as far as money goes its not tight but I don't think this is a project my wife wants to put too much into. She basically wants it to get running, maybe enjoy a summer or two, and then on to the next car. (I'm just lucky she doesn't go through men like she does cars). That being the case, I take it by the responses that Solex is a reasonable model. I know she had one put in her '73 Thing last summer and so far so good. If I was looking to go with that brand and not have to go about replacing anything else, what model should I be looking for (Exact models or links to websites would be much appreciated as I really am lacking any knowledge here with what would be compatible) I am hoping for a buy it and bolt on fix here if possible. Thanks again.
JD
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 8, 2009 9:18:21 GMT -5
CIP1 has a good selection of new Solex parts and intakes. I assume your motor is a single port so you would need that intake and carb. PICT 34 would work.
Or you can try The Samba for some used Kadrons. Might be hit or miss and you may need single port manifolds.
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Post by Gary Hammond on Dec 8, 2009 9:39:13 GMT -5
Hi Jeff and JD,  I assume your motor is a single port so you would need that intake and carb. PICT 34 would work. Or you can try The Samba for some used Kadrons. Might be hit or miss and you may need single port manifolds. If I'm not mistaken, the PICT 34 has to be modified in order to idle properly with the centrifugal advance distributer.  It works best with the original all vacuum distributer.  Dual Kadrons, or a progressive two barrel Weber, might work better with the distributer he has.  Gary Hammond,   |
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 8, 2009 10:50:14 GMT -5
Gary, Great point about the dreaded 009 flat spot and the PICT34. I had almost forgotten. Its been a while since I have gone with a stock carb. The Kads are great. I loved them in my Manx (with a 009):  Although he may have a hard time getting some single port intakes for them. There are some pretty decent deals on The Samba right now....but no single port intakes that I saw. The Weber seems to have such a bad rap. Although I used one on this buggy:  And it ran well. again though...I am not sure how many single port kits there are out there. |
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Post by Gary Hammond on Dec 8, 2009 13:06:35 GMT -5
Hi Jeff, It looks like the manifold he already has might work OK with the progressive weber. That's why I mentioned it. If it's set up properly, it should work much better than that funky zenith he asked about. I never messed with a German made zenith, only the US made ones used on small engines. I was never very impressed with them.  Gary Hammond, |
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Post by Jeff Troy on Dec 8, 2009 16:01:54 GMT -5
Hey, Jeff,
Just a side note, but you've really done some great-looking work on those cars. Very impressive.
Warmest...
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Post by jspbtown on Dec 8, 2009 16:04:12 GMT -5
Gary,
I think (and barely can I still do that!) it looks like the Zenith goes left to right and the Weber goes front to back. He would have to get pretty creative with linkage and I am not sure about clearance with the shroud.
jeff
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Post by Gary Hammond on Dec 8, 2009 16:34:03 GMT -5
Hi Jeff, Gary, I think (and barely can I still do that!) it looks like the Zenith goes left to right and the Weber goes front to back. He would have to get pretty creative with linkage and I am not sure about clearance with the shroud. jeff It's not too bad. Here's how I did it on the experimental engine I built. Just installed a small pulley and short length of cable to go around the corner!  Gary Hammond, |
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jdanko18
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Post by jdanko18 on Dec 8, 2009 17:41:23 GMT -5
Thanks for all the info.... I see it may be a job to replace the carb so I talked it over with wy wife and she said the mechanic was actually looking for us to try to get the rebuild kit. I found it online at California Import Parts online www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=ACC%2DC10%2D5537It was only $24.95 so I am going to try that first (Actually their minimum order was $25!... so I threw on a fuel filter for good measure) I looked at some info on the Samba and it seemed like people thought they were a good carb - back in the day. Most said they run good but like to be run wide open and that they were one of the best off road carbs you could get. We'll see. If $25 can get us going then I'm all for trying that first. I'll be back on here if we hit any issues. Thanks to all. |
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It works best with the original all vacuum distributer. 
