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DT1 · 09-30-2010, 01:16 PM

Not sure if I should post here for this but I didn't think it fell under "Engine and Drive Train" category.
I've heard there's lot of "junk" carburetor kits out there so Thought I'd ask some of you guys if you know of a quality carburetor kit manufacturer for a Rochester Quad.
Thanks!

sjarrett71 · 09-30-2010, 01:19 PM

When I worked autoparts we carried GP Sorensen or something like that. Its what the shops around town would use.

dmwphoto · 09-30-2010, 01:21 PM

napa has a premium brand that is very good

Kiwi · 09-30-2010, 03:55 PM

I've had excellent luck with Sean Murphy Induction. Years ago Sean was the head build guy at Brad Urban's "Carb Shop" in SoCal ... then he started his own business in Orange County (California). I have had him completely rebuild three Quadrajets (2 x 1971 Cheyenne, 1 x 1970 Chevelle) for me and they look brand new and run great. I've always opted for the Stage II rebuild that generates improved power and better idle characteristics. He sets up each carb based on your vehicle weight, gear ratio, tire size, engine size/power and intended use. Overall, I am very happy with the results.

www.smicarburetor.com

Here is a link to the Stage II setup that I have ...

http://www.smicarburetor.com/product...2/productID/47

Wrenchbender Ret · 09-30-2010, 04:54 PM

I do a lot of Q-jet's & have had good luck with Carquest brand.

*Ticker* · 09-30-2010, 04:59 PM

Q-Jets usually need more than just an overhaul; they almost all need new throttle shaft bushings and other TLC. It's worth going to a quality rebuilder to get it done; note that the rebuilt exchange Q-Jets from the parts stores are *junk*.

Here's a list of the good guys:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...71&postcount=3

DT1 · 09-30-2010, 05:42 PM

Anyone heard of Cliff Ruggles? Cool guy!
I just bought a complete quadrajet restoration kit from him.
He also gave me some great advice on block decking and piston/wall clearances.

GRX · 09-30-2010, 07:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DT1

Anyone heard of Cliff Ruggles? Cool guy!
I just bought a complete quadrajet restoration kit from him.
He also gave me some great advice on block decking and piston/wall clearances.

Cliff is the Q-jet guru! And best of all, he's a Pontiac guy.

His book should be required reading for anyone building a Q-jet.

~ http://www.cliffshighperformance.com/

**oldgold70c10** · 09-30-2010, 08:01 PM

I will add to the Cliff testimony here! I had a good rebuildable Q-jet that needed new throttle bushings. I sent him just the base and he rebuilt it pretty fast and reasonably priced, and gave a lot of advice on the rest of the carb. You can't beat that. He also sells rebuild kits. I have never tried his, but I have good lock with the GP Sorenson kits that NAPA sells.

09-30-2010, 01:16 PM	#1
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? Not sure if I should post here for this but I didn't think it fell under "Engine and Drive Train" category. I've heard there's lot of "junk" carburetor kits out there so Thought I'd ask some of you guys if you know of a quality carburetor kit manufacturer for a Rochester Quad. Thanks!

09-30-2010, 01:19 PM	#2
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? When I worked autoparts we carried GP Sorensen or something like that. Its what the shops around town would use. __________________ -Scott-

09-30-2010, 01:21 PM	#3
dmwphoto Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Richmond, Va Posts: 573	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? napa has a premium brand that is very good

09-30-2010, 03:55 PM	#4
Kiwi Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Los Angeles, California Posts: 81	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? I've had excellent luck with Sean Murphy Induction. Years ago Sean was the head build guy at Brad Urban's "Carb Shop" in SoCal ... then he started his own business in Orange County (California). I have had him completely rebuild three Quadrajets (2 x 1971 Cheyenne, 1 x 1970 Chevelle) for me and they look brand new and run great. I've always opted for the Stage II rebuild that generates improved power and better idle characteristics. He sets up each carb based on your vehicle weight, gear ratio, tire size, engine size/power and intended use. Overall, I am very happy with the results. www.smicarburetor.com Here is a link to the Stage II setup that I have ... http://www.smicarburetor.com/product...2/productID/47 Last edited by Kiwi; 09-30-2010 at 03:56 PM.

09-30-2010, 04:54 PM	#5
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,228	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? I do a lot of Q-jet's & have had good luck with Carquest brand.

09-30-2010, 04:59 PM	#6
Ticker Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Sammamish, WA Posts: 2,404	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? Q-Jets usually need more than just an overhaul; they almost all need new throttle shaft bushings and other TLC. It's worth going to a quality rebuilder to get it done; note that the rebuilt exchange Q-Jets from the parts stores are *junk. Here's a list of the good guys: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...71&postcount=3 Last edited by Ticker; 09-30-2010 at 06:50 PM.*

09-30-2010, 05:42 PM	#7
DT1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gardnerville Nv No Mo Cali!! Posts: 869	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? Anyone heard of Cliff Ruggles? Cool guy! I just bought a complete quadrajet restoration kit from him. He also gave me some great advice on block decking and piston/wall clearances.

09-30-2010, 08:01 PM	#9
oldgold70c10 Who's got steelies? Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Morrison, Oklahoma Posts: 1,026	Re: Who makes a quality kit for Qudrajets? I will add to the Cliff testimony here! I had a good rebuildable Q-jet that needed new throttle bushings. I sent him just the base and he rebuilt it pretty fast and reasonably priced, and gave a lot of advice on the rest of the carb. You can't beat that. He also sells rebuild kits. I have never tried his, but I have good lock with the GP Sorenson kits that NAPA sells. __________________ 1969 C10 LWB W/ 250 I6 & 3spd 1970 C10 with '67 small window cab, 68 front end, blue; 305/TH350, 3.08 limited slip rear end, manual brakes, power steering; & 4-wheel drums-My daily driver. 1975 Chevelle Malibu Classic Coupe 350/th350 mint green 1970 C20 Suburban 350/700R4 4.10 gearing green & white 1978 Big 10 Silverado 350/th350, working ac, 2 tone blue-My summer daily driver 1983 GMC 1500 Sierra 305/SM465 2.73 rear end How to add a trip odometer to your 67-72 stock speedometer How to rebuild your Q-Jet My Truck Page My Youtube Channel



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