Might as well do some carb work...

[MaxCrack]

Since I'm just waiting until I find the right axle now instead of saving up for it I figured I could start working on other parts of the truck. I would like to rebuild the carburetor but I know damn near nothing about it. I'm pretty sure it's a Q-jet, but how do I tell what kind it is (if it is not obvious) and what model (if there is more than one) and where do you guys think I should get a rebuild kit?
I'm very good at taking things apart and putting them back together so I do not doubt my abillity to do this, I would just like some friendly advise.

That's because I'm the devil.

 

[POWERMAD]

Max
Your best bet for an introduction into the Q-jet would be to get the HP book by Doug Roe.
That book will tell you all about the Q-jet and how it works.
As far as rebuild kits go NAPA kits have always worked for me.

my truck's not dirty, it's earth tone paint

 

[dyeager535]

If you want, check out my site, (link below) under the Q-jet tech section. Will tell you some stuff about the Q-jet, what it looks like, etc. Doesn't compare to "Rochester Carburetors" By Doug Roe, from HP Books, but it will get you started

Dorian
My tech/links page: <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.dorianyeager.com/index2.html>http://www.dorianyeager.com/index2.html</A>
No anti-theft measures on your truck? No pity when its stolen

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

I'm collecting Q-Jet carbs for a while, then one day I'm going to buy the book and make a good one.

I right now run a 1404 500 CFM Edelbrock squarebore (Performer series) and I'm happy with it, but I know that more performance can come from a Q-jet.

Tim
'84 Chevy K10, lifted, loud, fast, and 3/4 ton axles

 

[jms]

Just did the carb on my '85. Went with the book, a kit from Napa (get the number off the carb to get the right kit) and a gallon of cleaner, also from Napa. I was amazed how much crud had accumulated in there. Noticeable improvement now, truck runs much better, haven't had a chance yet to check mpg. Since I've never done this before, I did tag and number (masking tape) all vacuum hoses and cables before, and took a few pics. Ended up replacing most of the vacuum lines where the rubber parts showed slight cracks. I know it sounds silly but I was pretty stoked/relieved when it fired right up after putting it all back together...

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[POWERMAD]

Hey There isn't anything silly about being stoked/relieved
when ya first fire it up, I still get that feeling.



my truck's not dirty, it's earth tone paint

 

[BigTex]

Yeah, I always get a warm fuzzy feeling all over when I rebuild a carb and it works great. Its kind of like when I first started dating...

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