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Organism_ike · 06-24-2013, 10:04 AM

So I've finished up the rebuild of my 305 finally, but now It's time to trash this quadrajet and get a new carb. The quad ran nice and I have it all tuned, but the fuel filter housing is leaking and the throttle shafts are worn so I need to move on. I'm just looking to see what brand and size you guys recommend. I just havn't tried enough carbs to know whats the best run for your money.
I care more about economy than power, but am not trying to build a dog of a motor either. I would think 4 bbl Vacuum Secondaries under 700cfm is probably my best option, but I am leaning toward the Edelbrock performer 600cfm and I don't think its a VS. Want to stay with electric choke. I know many will say buy another quadrajet, but honestly I'm trying to buy a used carb and I can only trust a re-manufactured quadrajet. Also, I'm tired of constantly going back and tuning, and I have heard that Holley's are like that sometimes. I'm not sure how they compare to quadrajets though.

Vehicle Specs:
1983 305ci bored .030
Dished Pistons
Mostly Stock 416 Iron Heads
9.5:1 Static Compression
RV Camshaft
2101 Performer Intake
Long tube open Headers
TH350 2.73 10-bolt
Stock 15" Wheels

Let me know if you need any other info.

06-24-2013, 10:04 AM	#1
Organism_ike Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Arkansas Posts: 55	Carburetor Recommendations So I've finished up the rebuild of my 305 finally, but now It's time to trash this quadrajet and get a new carb. The quad ran nice and I have it all tuned, but the fuel filter housing is leaking and the throttle shafts are worn so I need to move on. I'm just looking to see what brand and size you guys recommend. I just havn't tried enough carbs to know whats the best run for your money. I care more about economy than power, but am not trying to build a dog of a motor either. I would think 4 bbl Vacuum Secondaries under 700cfm is probably my best option, but I am leaning toward the Edelbrock performer 600cfm and I don't think its a VS. Want to stay with electric choke. I know many will say buy another quadrajet, but honestly I'm trying to buy a used carb and I can only trust a re-manufactured quadrajet. Also, I'm tired of constantly going back and tuning, and I have heard that Holley's are like that sometimes. I'm not sure how they compare to quadrajets though. Vehicle Specs: 1983 305ci bored .030 Dished Pistons Mostly Stock 416 Iron Heads 9.5:1 Static Compression RV Camshaft 2101 Performer Intake Long tube open Headers TH350 2.73 10-bolt Stock 15" Wheels Let me know if you need any other info. __________________ 1983 Chevy C10 LWB 305 SBC bored .030 with cast dished pistons Summit RV Camshaft 204/214 .424/.444 416 Iron Heads Performer Intake, Quadrajet, and Flowtech Long Tubes TH350 2.73 10 Bolt Last edited by Organism_ike; 06-24-2013 at 10:11 AM.