Cartech Books, How To: Rebuild & Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors
Part Number:BOK-CT-SA113
Cartech Books, How To: Rebuild & Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors (PART #BOK-CT-SA113)
The Rochester Quadrajet carburetor was found perched atop the engine of many a classic GM performance vehicle. The Q-Jet is a very capable but often misunderstood carb. This book,
How to Rebuild and Modify Rochester Quadrajet Carburetors
, seeks to lift the veil of mystery surrounding the Q-Jet and show owners how to tune and modify their carbs for maximum performance.
The book will be a complete guide to selecting, rebuilding, and modifying the Q-Jet, aimed at both muscle car restorers and racers. The book includes a history of the Q-Jet, an explanation of how the carb works, a guide to selecting and finding the right carb, instructions on how to rebuild the carb, and extensive descriptions of high-performance modifications that will help anyone with a Q-Jet carb crush the competition.
TABLE OF CONTENTS |
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Preface Introduction Chapter 1: History Carburetor Numbering Chapter 2: How Quadrajets Work Main Components Venting Fuel Inlet Float Idle System Primary Main Metering System Secondary System Choke System Chapter 3: Selecting the Right Carb What Are the "Best" Quadrajets? Inlet Position CFM Linkage Vacuum Fittings Choke Pull-Offs "Remanufactured" Quadrajets What Quadrajet Do I Use? Chapter 4: Tools and Safety Safety Equipment A Place to Work Basic Hand Tools Drill Bits Sand/Media Blasting Air Tools Propane Torch/Oxygen Acetylene Welder Carburetor Cleaners and Solvents "Special Tools" Measuring Devices Chapter 5: Rebuilding the Carb Bottom Plugs Warped Air Horn/Main Body Stripped Fuel Filter Housing Threads Loose Throttle Shafts Taking the Carburetor Apart Cleaning the Parts Base Plate Air Horn Rebuild Kits Chapter 6: High-Performance Modifications Base Plate Modifications Modifying the Idle System Primary Main Fuel System Basic Rules for Primary Jetting Power Piston Springs Accelerator Pump Fuel Inlet Seats Floats Pullover Enrichment System Secondary Emulsion Tubes (Air Bleeds) Secondary Air Flaps, Shaft, Hanger, and Metering Rods Choke Pull-Offs Recipe for Success Full-Race Carburetors Removing the Primary Booster Rings Chapter 7: Edelbrock Q-jets Appendix A: Quadrajet Secondary Metering Rods Appendix B: Quadrajet Components |
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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| Pages | 128 |
| Size | 8.5 X 11 (inches) |
| Format | Paperback / softback |
| Illustrations | 300 color |
| Publisher | CarTech |
| ISBN | 9781932494181 |
| Product Code | SA113 |
| ISBN | 9781932494181 |
| Product Code | SA113 |
