Quote: The CarterBrocks are simpler carbs that have far fewer sizes with very few choices. But, when right, they are extremely dependable.
For tuning, Edelbrock has 32 different metering rods, at least 16 different jet sizes, 5 different step-up springs, and at least 3 different accelerator discharge orface sizes. The old Cater strip kit adds another 6 metering rods.
You are confusing tuning parts with carb choices. There are very few CarterBrock choices for a given size of carb when compared to the Holley platform.
That does not necessarily mean that the CarterBrocks are inferior, just that you are more likely to need to tune one rather than find a version closer to your needs OOTB.
But then, most guys don't know how to properly size a carb for their needs, let alone choose the best metering for their application or be able to tune it. So six of one, half dozen of the other.
