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Topic: Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

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Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/18/06 2:26pm Message 1 of 9
jotto
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Vette(s): 1975 Coupe, owned since October 2005. Stock apart from minor engine mods, cam, carb and headers to dual exhaust.
Following on from last post, have been looking for a rebuild kit for my Q jet ( 7045222)

Came across this one and wondered if it was a good price...

http://carbs.partschoice.com/kits/CK142.htm

Also I see they do complete superkits....Have asked for more info on one for my carb.

Any of you got any other ideas or sources?

TIA.
jotto2006-09-19 02:46:00


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Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/18/06 3:58pm Message 2 of 9
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Most kits for the Q-Jet go for about $30-$35.  The float is about $30 also and in my opinion should always be changed when rebuilding the carb.  They may look good but thay can still sink and cause starvation under acceleration. 
 
Also, be sure to epoxy the main wells to prevent bleeding; the leaking of gas into the manifold when not running. 
 
I don't know how much you are looking to spend, but most shops will rebuild it for $150-$200 depending on the amount of parts needed over here.  The costs can run over $300 for a "show" restoration w/ the correct plating.
 
I'm not sure what the costs would be on your side of the"pond."
 
Like Ron 78 said, track down KSTYR's post about rebuilding the Q-Jet.  He guides you through it step by step.
 
Good luck,
Anthony
 
 



Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/18/06 7:21pm Message 3 of 9
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Go to  http://www.vetteprojects.com/, and click on "Ken's Projects". Wink
 
 
 
 
 
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Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/19/06 2:45am Message 4 of 9
jotto
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The Superkit for my carb is $79 and comes with everything I need including the float. Think I will order today!.

Have already bookmarked the rebuild page Wink

Thanks.



Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/19/06 3:58pm Message 5 of 9
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I'd go with the Super kit,it should have a couple of different thick base gaskets that go between the manifold and the base of the carb,make sure you use the right oneThumbs%20Upanther note,when you set the float level double and triple check the setting,and get it right the first time,I had to take mine back apart and re-set it ,it was just a hair off,it makes a lot of differenceShocked


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Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/19/06 6:26pm Message 6 of 9
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You can get a good kit and a float at AutoZone or NAPA.  I have used both supplliers many times.  It will be cheaper than what you are looking at. 


Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/19/06 7:11pm Message 7 of 9
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I don't think there are to many of those in the U.K. KenLOL


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Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

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Do you want me to get it and send it to you?  Be glad to do it.


Q jet rebuild kit, price and where to buy?

Posted: 9/20/06 1:13am Message 9 of 9
jotto
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Thanks for that offer of help. Truly appreciated.
 
To be honest I already have another guy who is going to source an Echlin kit and the correct float. Have been advised not to use the brass float by a couple of well known carb builders.
 
Will keep you updated on the process.
 
Thanks again for all the info. Good to know there are some great guys ( and gals ) out there.
 
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jotto2006-09-20 01:14:54


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