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04/20/24 01:37 AM
Hi I am curious what a 71-72 Dodge Charger Buldge Hood with insert would be worth? Say like high end mint condition or low end with rusty spots? And if the model of the car would make a difference in price?
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04/20/24 01:22 AM
I tried tuning this thing with that shot TQ on it and gave up. Once I get a carb on it that while not idle at 700 rpm with the primaries fully closed, (the throttle shaft leak is massive) I'll have a better chance at getting this little engine dialed in. Right now the idle is 700 to 1300 depending on how the primary shaft rotates back on let off. HMMM, referring to the above bolded portion of your comment, Have you 1. Disconnected the throttle cable/ linkages and tested with your hand? try opening and gently letting it close as well as letting it SNAP shut. 2. Verified that the throttle arm is completely returning against the idle stop 3. Check and make sure your choke fast idle cam is not on its first step (or close to it) and completely disengaged. 4. Disconnected the vacuum advance and plug the carb port  5. Checked the timing to make sure it is returning to its initial setting and not "floating" down. I would do all 5 steps one at a time without reverting. IE: do step 1, then 2, then 3, 4 & 5 I would hate to see you spend $$ on a carb to find the problem was elsewhere Keep us posted
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04/20/24 01:15 AM
Always had a snap on or coats,in 2020 my last snap on was getting tired needing about 1200 in repairs,getting ready to retire in a few years,I done my homework & decited to buy a weaver tire machine. It workes as good as any&I change about 500 tires a year.I only paid $2600 compared to 10,000 for a snap on,equipped the same.I have no problems so far.
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04/20/24 01:05 AM
Just a little humor
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04/20/24 01:02 AM
Ahh, gotcha now, thank you
 
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04/20/24 12:49 AM
This will be in the unmoderated forum no later than tomorrow afternoon. And I'm probably being generous with that estimate. thank you for not moving it immediately. I am hoping that we can be adults and spread the word rather than ranting about it I'm certainly open to being pleasantly surprised.
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04/20/24 12:35 AM
I have one of the first Mark Donohue Javelin's made that Penske purchased and leased to Sunoco.
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04/20/24 12:29 AM
Starter shim gap is set by sliding the allen wrench that comes with a new starter between the flex plate teeth, and the starter gear shaft on the flat parts of the wrench with the starter torqued to spec. Many people don't do this, or don't understand how to so they skip it only to get bit by it later. The starter should not make any strange sounds if the gap is set properly. You may have to cut shims in half to get where you need to be. Some instructions will show what the incorrect gaps look like, and on which side of the starter the shims need to go if it comes down to doing the half shim thing.
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04/20/24 12:26 AM
No idea if it's still there or even if it's what I was told but a little over 20 yrs. ago I spotted a '70 Coronet 'vert under a tarp in a side yard.Tarp was in sad shape and falling through the top frame. Taillights were visible through the tarp also. Mentioned it to a friend who lived close to it and was told it was a 440-6, 4 spd. R/T and could not be bought for any price. IIRC, it was either V2 or K2. I've always wanted to go back through there but never have.
EDIT: This was just south of Jackson, GA if this car rings a bell with anyone. You never know. You might just go back and the timing may be right to buy the car. It's happened to me before. If it is a 440-6 convert, especially in a great color, it could be a home run!
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04/20/24 12:22 AM
So, no recommendation that fits with the O.P.'s needs, but plenty of attempts at insults.
Typical. The reason you earned your title is that I already, in my first post in this thread, recommended the 1406. You twist more than a worm in hot ashes there, sniper troll. "all one has to do is look at the title below your name to get your number."That post is the one I responded to when I said; " So, no recommendation that fits with the O.P.'s needs, but plenty of attempts at insults.
Typical." Not the one you reference in an attempt to distract from your obvious carburetor ignorance and your repeated trolling. Your 1608 design carb was replaced in production OVER 50 YEARS AGO by the ThermoQuad. And for good reason. The ThermoQuads are a superior and more modern design. The new Street Demons take that original design to the next level by adding even more design features and correcting some of the original's flaws. But again, you wouldn't know about that. You can't be bothered with facts, you are too busy sidetracking another thread with your trolling while ignoring the O.P.'s clearly stated preferences. The old CarterBrocks are good carbs. And the 1st Gen Hemis are good engines. too. But there are simply better, modern alternatives of each available today. Your lack of experience betrays you on this subject and reduces you to attempting insults to cover that lack of experience.
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04/20/24 12:06 AM
A guy I've known since '89 has made a lot of $$$ with his line of automotive tools.
A couple are copies of someone else's, most are improved versions, and a couple are his own ideas.
Most of it he has made in India, and some gauges he sources from China.
He quality-checks all of it, and there's a % of send-back - more on the Chinese stuff than the Indian.
Been that way since before I met him. He says having the stuff made in the US would render him un-competitive.
His market is at the lower-price end, as that's the volume needed.
Near as I can tell, his profit margin runs 50-100% depending on the item, and a number of places retail his stuff, including Summit & Jeg's.
He's an adept & clever businessman, and has also made a ton of money in commercial property.
He registers original things as opposed to patenting them, because he says patent attys are too expensive, the process takes too long, and if someone changes one thing they can knock his stuff off.
Registering things is more protective, he says.
I'm not endorsing or slamming, just providing info as told to me.
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04/20/24 12:04 AM
Ahh, gotcha now, thank you
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04/19/24 11:46 PM
Well, one can expect a fevered argument on carbs, oil, and tires, as I alluded to earlier.
One buddy of mine with a healthy Mopar crate 360 absolutely swears by his Street Demon, with the passion one sees from Tesla advocates.
The car I'm currently building has a 340 with a 237/240 @ .050 & .474 lift cam and headers, and the PO dropped an OOTB Eddy 1406 on it.
Runs crisply & cleanly, plugs look very good from street driving.
I'm swapping it out for my Holley 750 as part of the efforts to speed the car up for bracket racing, but I'm gonna hang onto it for awhile.
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04/19/24 11:32 PM
Thanks for the further input. I was really enjoying the debate between DaveRS23 & Sniper with both of you making valid points worth considering. Then you guys went to the banter and tarnished it a bit.  But seriously, thank you both for your input just the same. It was educational for me and I am sure will be for others as well. BDW, thank you for the link. That is a deal. If I can make up my mind before it is gone. Neal & FurryStump- You are both right. I'm not afraid of a little tuning and expect any choice will need dialed in. Jets, metering rods, etc, for the TQ's are just not readily available anymore is why I'm looking away from the beloved TQ. And I am currently in one of those spots where my time is more valuable to me than even the price of a new carb. At least in the $500 & down range of the group I opened with. The AVS2 with the annular boosters as an evolution interested me and why I am considering them. However, being a fan of the TQ as Dave rightfully pointed out, the SD is very tempting to try. And has been testified to by multiples, the 1406 is a solid piece too. It's good to have choices. I just want the OOB to start, run, and be drivable. I tried tuning this thing with that shot TQ on it and gave up. Once I get a carb on it that while not idle at 700 rpm with the primaries fully closed, (the throttle shaft leak is massive) I'll have a better chance at getting this little engine dialed in. Right now the idle is 700 to 1300 depending on how the primary shaft rotates back on let off.
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04/19/24 11:25 PM
Thanks for the input guys ! I have not bought a performance converter since like early 2000’s so I had no idea !
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04/19/24 11:25 PM
Good post. The video is worth a watch it's a good insight to companies that design and manufacture specific products. If nothing else it's a good warning to do some research before buying some of these products.
You wouldn't expect to get a knock off from a company like Summitt so good for them for stepping up.
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04/19/24 11:24 PM
I got my new Impact 1320 in time to use it on Sick Week. It had the m6 threads to mount the Hans stuff. I'm very pleased with it.
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04/19/24 11:03 PM
WOW that was a good catch for sure
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04/19/24 10:51 PM
No idea if it's still there or even if it's what I was told but a little over 20 yrs. ago I spotted a '70 Coronet 'vert under a tarp in a side yard.Tarp was in sad shape and falling through the top frame. Taillights were visible through the tarp also. Mentioned it to a friend who lived close to it and was told it was a 440-6, 4 spd. R/T and could not be bought for any price. IIRC, it was either V2 or K2. I've always wanted to go back through there but never have.
EDIT: This was just south of Jackson, GA if this car rings a bell with anyone.
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04/19/24 10:50 PM
I went with those heads you describe because factory look .if I could have had a set made in USA I would have bought thos.maybe we need an American company copy those lol
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04/19/24 10:50 PM
Good deal. I had always thought they were one in the same but just a name change in the public view. Unless they changed in the last two years the heads all have the PCE part numbers. The sets ive got from 2012 is identical to the 2022 castings. Not sure if I have the 2012 invoice to see if it says PC or SM. Such junk castings from 2012 are still going strong and getting abused.  Not that any of it matters. Ive looked at some of the stuff you have done on fabo. I should probably look on fabo but did you ever plug and re drill for offset pushrods/rockers? I’ve done it an recommend not doing it. The pinch isn’t the problem. Edelbrock or Speedmaster heads can and will flow over 330cfm with a 2.08 valve without moving the pinch. Stock rocker offset.
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04/19/24 10:47 PM
My 67 Coronet 500 383 AC car was just a tad under 3800 lbs - 4025 with me in it.
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