Q-Jet Electric Choke
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Drifting
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From: Somers CT
Q-Jet Electric Choke
I had to do away with the perfectly working mechanical choke on my Q-Jet when I switched to this ZZ4 motor so I replaced it with an electric one that's never worked worth a darn. I think the housing with the bi-metalic spring I have is made by Edlebrock, it has the number 3182A on the outside.
I've set it up properly but it only wants to open about 1/2 way no matter how long the engine runs. I'm getting 12volts to the unit ok, I wired it to the wiper motor feed and the mechanical linkage appears to be functioning properly, just seems like the bi-metalic spring inside isn't traveling far enough to complete the job.
Is there anything out there that WORKS RELIABLY that someone could recommend?
Thanks
I've set it up properly but it only wants to open about 1/2 way no matter how long the engine runs. I'm getting 12volts to the unit ok, I wired it to the wiper motor feed and the mechanical linkage appears to be functioning properly, just seems like the bi-metalic spring inside isn't traveling far enough to complete the job.
Is there anything out there that WORKS RELIABLY that someone could recommend?
Thanks
Melting Slicks
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From: Redruth Cornwall
For the 75 Qjet, you need this part,
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
Edelbrock 1932
I have this on my 75 Qjet and when I tested it I think it went from fully closed to fully open in about 1 minute or so,
you have a pm.
http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku
Edelbrock 1932
I have this on my 75 Qjet and when I tested it I think it went from fully closed to fully open in about 1 minute or so,
you have a pm.
Last edited by jotto; Jun 13, 2007 at 12:37 PM.
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Drifting
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From: Somers CT
Thanks jotto, I thought that's what I had, guess not. I looked on the edelbrock site and didn't find any reference to the number on the outside of mine, I don't know what it's supposed to fit then.
Well, if the 1932 works on yours it should also on mine then.
Thanks
Well, if the 1932 works on yours it should also on mine then.
Thanks
Safety Car
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From: Jersey Shore Exit 98
Did you try to adjust the choke lean rich mixture? Loosen the three small screws & turn the black disc towards the radiator when the engine is hot and you should see the choke plate open. then tighten the three screws.
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Drifting
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From: Somers CT
Yes I did, then it doesn't close far enough when the engine cools off to provide enough choke. You don't recognize that 3182A number that's on the side do you Jim?? I didn't see it listed on the Edelbrock site.
Bill
Bill
