Cliff's Quadrajet Parts and Rebuild Kits

General Category => Quadrajet Carb Talk and Tips => Topic started by: BigLakeSS on September 02, 2010, 08:44:26 AM

Title: 1969 SS396
Post by: BigLakeSS on September 02, 2010, 08:44:26 AM

Hi, I have a 69 SS 396 325HP with the original Q-jet. It does have a a 350 horse cam, Edelbrock 2-O intake and headers by previous owner. Just street driven with some speed blasts.
It has the usual leaky wells and I want to freshen it up. Should I need to change the jetting for better performance/drivability from stock? I want to get the parts on order.
Thanks

Title: Re: 1969 SS396
Post by: Cliff Ruggles on September 03, 2010, 04:10:02 AM

What is the carburetor number, and what size jets and metering rods are in the carburetor now?

Never assume anything is "stock", it's always best to take a look at what you have, then we can get the correct parts sent with the rebuild kit.

I see a LOT of older carburetors sent here for rebuilding.  Pretty common for parts to have been swapped out in them by well-meaning enthusiasts over the years.  I'd rather take a look at what's there, and get it right the first time....thanks.....Cliff