Where to get a quadrajet

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02-20-2018, 01:10 PM

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lars

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...After all the warnings, photos, and write-ups I've posted here about those specific commercially rebuilt carbs...

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02-21-2018, 04:18 PM

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Quadrajet replacements

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Originally Posted by dntoearthman

Google SMI (Sean Murphy Induction)

My Qjet was crap (and not original) when I got my '73. Got a rebuilt Qjet from SMI, he's in CA, with an electric choke and am very happy with it. The carb was $375 plus shipping. Good luck.

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02-26-2018, 10:59 PM

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Peter ("twinpack" in post above) is going to send me his carb for a test and checkout before he runs it on his new engine. It will be interesting to see if this commercial builder provides a good carb. We'll keep you posted with test results and a fair evaluation...

Lars

Just finished testing and repairing the rebuilt carb that Peter bought. I'll let him comment on the issues we found, if he'd like...

Lars

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03-01-2018, 07:55 AM

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I bought mine from Monza Carburetor. I think they are in Missouri. They should come upon a Google search. I think I paid around$400 for mine.

Here's a quick update. Although I purchased what I thought would be a like new reconditioned unit, after reading all this I took the necessary steps and sent the carb to Lars for evaluation and needed adjustments if required. Well to my dismay the unit was not what I thought I purchased. So be very causish when pulling the trigger. Lars found a multitude of issues and was able to over come them. Thank you Lars. I am finishing up my L79 rebuild, picking up my heads tomorrow, and will be do start up, brake-in and fine tuning with this Q-jet. I will let you know how it all works out.

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03-19-2018, 04:32 PM

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Lars
thanks for all the advice and to help me find a good rebuilder. Now let’s see how it goes from here.

so here the end to my quadrajet story. I found a renuildable core with the free service from Lars. I was going to try a rebuild myself but after pricing all the parts, books, cleaning fluids and my time and inexperience abilities I decided to send my carb to Lars for slightly more. He rebuilt and returned the carb with detailed instructions on gasket and how to set it up for a quick start. The carb is perfect!! Started on 1st crank and I did not adjust anything. In addition I have set my timing per his paper and this vette has never run better! If you are on the fence on a rebuild then have Lars set you up!

Lars, thanks again for the great service and sharing your knowledge. It makes this hobby more enjoyable for all of us