How To Quadrajet Carburetor Rebuild - Part 1 - Removal and Disassembly

[@lacianemkicsi6605]

I read a lot of the comments and all I see is people either bragging or whining. Did anyone stop and say "thank you" for posting this useful video? People take everything for granted these days....Well, thank you guys! It is helping me a bunch so far!

[@bradleycarter]

No kidding man. Videos like this are what keep classic cars on the road. Keep up the good work fellas.

[@FacesintheStone]

Three years later people are still assholes 😂 ❤

[@Tennesseebeau]

I just did.

[@evanmcauley4788]

Finally. Finding a KZbin how to video that isn't a ton of filler and just step after step.

[@Tennesseebeau]

I just picked up a 74 bonniville with the 400 qudrajet with only 8k original miles. Thank you for this video. My dad isn't around anymore and he was my go to guy. Thank you for the knowledge.

[@donhoffman3206]

Thank you sir! This timeless instructional Quadrajet video is 5 star. My accelerator pump hasn't worked for years. It is probably why my 1970 SDV 472 has destroyed my trans and rear tires?

[@charleshenry7584]

I've always been afraid of messing with my '72 Cutlass Supreme's Rochester. This video has given me some good guidance and more importantly the confidence to rebuild her myself. Thank you!

[@analog56x]

i was kinda dreading rebuilding this carb, but seeing how simple it is to disassemble, im not nervous anymore haha! heading over to part 2 :)

[@analog56x]

one thing, you did skip over quite a bit of stuff on the disassmbly. just finished watching the reassmbly video and i noticed there were a lot more parts on the table haha! im good at figuring stuff out, so its not a big deal, i just remember taking apart one of these probably 15 years ago, and damaging it somehow. i didnt want a repeat of that situation, so i was looking for a nice complete guide on proper disassembly. cheers!

[@brandongreene3213]

Got a 71 Boat tail! Looking forward to this buddy.

[@ronmurphy00]

Sure glad I found your side again thanks for all your hard work and great editing and putting a likable guy in there thank you

[@1stinsonguy]

I really found this series helpful! Thank you very much.

[@jb-ik8sj]

I just purchased one on ebay. Damnit im old... But i like these carbs. Always preformed better after a fresh rebuild kit was installed. And a few hole opened a smidge. And soldering up a smaller float.

[@shannono8397]

Thank you so much, I am so thankful for your helpful videos, I will be taking mine apart for the first time solo and nervous, but you give me confidence! Thank you from me and my nova wagon :)

[@Shoptoolreviews]

You are so welcome! That's awesome, I love Nova wagons. Nothing like watching an old Nova wagon squat in the rear, lift the front tires, and carry them in the air through first gear. Let us know how the rebuild goes. Thanks for watching.

[@dyer2cycle]

...there is NOTHING wrong with a carburetor as long as it is in good mechanical condition, clean, and set correctly...easy starting, smooth idling, and smooth acceleration...and NO sensors or electronics needed!...

[@Shoptoolreviews]

You are correct, they get a bad rap because they're usually abused and adjusted wrong. Thanks for watching.

[@dyer2cycle]

@@Shoptoolreviews ..yes, and the fact that so many guys messing with them grew up in the age of fuel injection, and ironically, are afraid of or are suspicious of anything they are not used to...much like us older guys were/are uncomfortable with something we didn't grow up with, like fuel injection and it's electronics...

[@justanoldtowtruck1962]

Been a hot moment since I tinkered with a quadbox, need me a refresher...

[@1bmzi22]

Very helpful when I was doing my quadrajet thks

[@paveldolezal7787]

Hi, this is really great video, I had a problem with my 1978 Camaro, engine was back firing and was not very powerfull. I rebuilt my Rochester and problems are solved, backfiring was caused by malfunctioning mechanical blocking of secondary flaps. Thanks

[@colinstables]

Hmmm and here I am, Snap, same problem on my 73 Holden Statesman 308

[@jaybabcock4557]

I have a Rochester Quadrajet 1708272 in my 80 firebird 301. It looks like I can do this but I am nervous. It would save a bunch of money.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

You can do it. Take your time, and take pictures. spread your parts and fasteners out on a large surface. You probably have an electric choke and maybe even electric fast-idle solenoid. Internals should be the same.

[@1bmzi22]

Do you guys have a video on vacuum hoses for a 1984 305?

[@smallkid9593]

WE NEED PART 3 SIR

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[@caddi70]

Damn it I knew there was some secret screws lol. I couldn't get it apart. Haven't done it in over 25 years

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[@cameronburskey913]

Great Video thank you!!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Glad you liked it!

[@buffordevans6942]

Thanks for the series Would this basically be the same for a Merc application? Thanks again

[@cliff4080]

Nice video, like to know your opinion about 80’s add onns ASSOCIATED with throttle ASSOCIATED with vacuum

[@alfredsalazar582]

Do you clean the carburetor body with acid or some other solution?

[@davenevarez4738]

Now that's what I'm talking about.

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[@jeremywaibel5954]

Hello .. this is Jeremy waibel

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Hola! Thanks for stopping by the channel.

[@scan1982]

The clip on the needle and seat (float)appears to be through the hole instead of hanging from the edge.

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[@nothankyou5524]

nicely done. nuff said

[@thejakein7867]

How do I know if I should rebuild my Quadrajet????????? It starts. It runs....but does it run the best it can? I dont know!

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[@mrstutz3333]

Why was your choke not hooked up during removal? I wanted to see how to do that

[@danklvac4746]

Is this any similar to a Carter Quadrajet in disassembly? Thanks for the video.

[@jtp682]

Very good video! I need some advice on something. I recently bought an 1986 chevy truck with a V6 4.3. It has a propane system on it and the original carburetor is no where to be found. I have a 78 quadrajet that I just rebuilt and would like to install it. the truck intake manifold is the original four barrel spreadbore quadrajet carburetor set up. Also this engine has the electronic spark control distributor without the vaccum advance. if I put this 78 carb I got on it do you think it will work just fine?

[@Corvette.Ronnie]

I saw a ball bearing on the bench...where does that come from? My fear is that I tip it over, the ball bearing falls out and either I lose it or I have no idea where it goes.

[@Robert-yf4ws]

What happened to the spring below the primary metering rods? Its in the hole. Gas will overflow if not put back in.

[@kramnull8962]

My Dad bought a 70 Impala, back in 72. He drove it for 3 years total. Then he was leaving at dinner time from work in 75 cranked the car and it backfired through the carb, never running right again. He rebuilt the carb a couple times, but still never would idle correctly again. He parked the car after the rebuilding of the carbs, replaced the cam and timing chain and gears and such. No luck... Could the leak you spoke of, with the primary and or secondary plugs caused the spit back? Secondly what parts of the carb could have been damaged? And or, do you think the plugs perhaps are still leaking and causing the whole idle issues?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

The leaking of these plugs are a very common issue, but I'm not sure that was your issue. Backfire issues typically come from timing issues or mechanical-timing (worn timing chain, gear, etc.). If the carb was last rebuilt in the 70s, then it's definitely due for a rebuild again. I would recommend completely disassembling tha carb and look over each part thoroughly. Be sure to clean all gasket surfaces and clear out each air passage. Make sure you have some welding-tip cleaners to fit into the smaller air/fuel passages in the carb. Once you have the carb done, make sure you don't have any vacuum leaks around the intake. You should have a steady vacuum when the car is idling, unless you have a large cam. Is the Impala a Big Block or Small Block? Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@kramnull8962]

@@Shoptoolreviews My Dad was a dealer mechanic. Everything he overhauled or rebuilt was back to factory specs. It is a 350/300hp 4bolt main block. He rebuilt it twice. After putting cam and timing chain in it, he got tired of sinking money into it in 75, so bought a 68 F100, and parked the Impala. I'm hoping to salvage the 350 and the 350Th from it into a budget s10 project. If there is such thing as a budget s10 project...

[@chrism5195]

*screams at 1000db* RIP headphone users

[@dig654bass]

Where’s part 3??

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[@ryzen4tion523]

How did you take off the metering rod

[@elijahlueras6013]

what happens when the well plugs at the base of the carb are stripped of their outer protective layer?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Elijah Lueras you need to scuff the area really good, wipe down with lacquer thinner or a good degreaser. Apply 2-part epoxy, such as JB Weld over the area. be sure to test for leaks after.

[@bradysolaem2467]

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[@jeffmarcum3643]

Hi - I'm starting to work on a 65 cutlass with a 4bbl quadrajet and 330ci motor. it's been sitting forever. I am trying to remove the carb but it seems stuck to the manifold. Looking for advice on how to get it off. I removed the four carb bolts, disconnected the fuel line, linkage, vacuum line and choke inlet "thing". Any suggestions? Thanks! EDIT: I was able to get the carb off the manifold with a little gentle persuasion using a rubber mallet. Now to figure out getting the stuck gasket off the manifold.

[@alilGoat]

I've searched this thing up, down, over and under and re-watched the video countless times... but I cannot separate the base plate from the carb. I'm certain I've removed all the screws, but it will not come apart.

[@tomludvig5758]

Sure would like to know where Part 3 is

[@dougmaxwell8789]

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[@rbw2893]

What happened to Part 3 - reinstall and tuning the carb ?

[@ejpmotorsports5188]

RB W just watch the videos in reverse

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[@ashqelon7267]

Have off topic question on the Rochesters. In your experience, How can it be positively proven the Rochester stampings are factory authentic? I have Rochesters from the 67-69 Pontiac cars. Some stampings look different, one die stamp seems narrow and others are Heavier. I know the old scam trick to grind a number off and re-stamp these to create a value and a market.. Not sure what time era Carter was involved in these OEM type carbs for the workload to assist. I'm not knowing for certain if different plants used a different die set in the Rochester MFG or not. So the issue is which ones are OEM correct stamped, which ones are re-stamp phony pieces? Any insight on how to tell these? Thx

[@Shoptoolreviews]

I know that the different GM cousins (Chevy, Olds, Pontiac, Buick) received different Rochester Quads on their cars...specifically, the muscle cars. And, the higher horsepower cars (LS6, W30, etc.) also received different Quadrajets, specific to the platform. This is where my knowledge gets a bit muddy. I understand the internals and how they work, but I don't know the different casting numbers off the top of my head. I know there are guys out on the muscle car forums that do have more knowledge on the castings. Sorry that I couldn't help you.

[@bellyisis]

I have a bone stock ALL orig 87 SS ElCamino 305( odometer only on its first roll over,107,000 orig miles). Just Had the orig carb rebuilt, when it came back it ran great but engine light comes on. My carb guy said further down(?) on carb he didn’t get a chance to change out an electronic connection. He didn’t charge me, but have no idea what he was talking about. Do you have any clue what he might mean? Thank you

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Is he talking about the electronic choke? Or, in 1987, it had an electronic solenoid that I'm pretty sure was used in enriching with more fuel on startup. Thanks for watching.

[@livinthe5thsun79]

I removed my carburetor. My question is if the inside of my manifold is dirty/caked how or should I clean it out? Will I have to remove manifold completely?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Typically, just fuel should t make the inside of the intake too dirty. If you have a lot of oil residue then you have other issues.

[@sevaslee4865]

My choke doesn't stay open unless I pull the throttle back and flip the plate over, em i missing something on my choke rod??

[@nbs.cuatro]

After taking 16 screws out as well as the 2 for the vacuum I cant get the two pieces to come apart, I removed every screw I could possible see that is bolted on to each other, what have I done😂

[@terminatorx6766]

List the kit damn.

[@kristinhulse-marrott5921]

cant get air horn separated from the main body, any tricks?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

KRISTIN HULSE do you have all the linkages unhooked from the throttle and choke blades? Did you pull the recessed screws out in the rear secondaries?

[@johnjacobson2912]

The bolts holding it to the manifold are 5/16" not 1/2".

[@sheeznutz2254]

1/2 inch wrench to remove

[@heartbeatstorm983]

What is the point of taking off the arm for the accelerator pump.. Removing the pin.. I don't see the purpose.. When all you need is just to unhook the arm... What am i missing..

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Heartbeat Storm you are correct. This step doesn't have to be done. Sure as I don't include that step, someone would probably call me out on it. Good perception.

[@heartbeatstorm983]

Shop Tool Reviews. Hey thanks for the reply... I only noticed because i couldn't move my pin... I'm trying to rebuild my carb,, but the plastic cover over the solenoid is keeping my float from moving... I don't get it..

[@Shoptoolreviews]

What is the model # for your Quadrajet? What solenoid are you talking about?

[@heartbeatstorm983]

Shop Tool Reviews .. Its model 17085524,, its a dual pump solenoid.... The float moves freely,, until i put the insert on and apply a little pressure,, to imatate replacing the bowl,, then it doesn't move at all..wtf is my question... And thanks for the reply.. To add its a electronic E4MC or E4ME.. Maybe the float has expanded,, idk..

[@heartbeatstorm983]

Shop Tool Reviews ... Nevermind i figured it out.. But again thank you for yur reply and taking a interest in yur viewers..

[@marinotarulli6568]

Any difference from CCC Qjet!

[@Shoptoolreviews]

The CCC has a lot of similarities, but I'm not proficient enough to know all the differences. I do know the CCC is a feedback carburetor and that it has electronic solenoids controlling the metering rods.

[@slofobra4966]

Is quadrajet the same as a 4 barrel?

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Yes, QUAD in the Quadrajet means 4. Thanks for watching.

[@slofobra4966]

No! Thank you!!!!! Not a carb guy at all, but recently got into them.

[@josephbaska8630]

Want your fuel econemy to go up add a metal screen and a spacer plate with a metal model air plane perpeler just make shure it dont get sucked down the carb

[@davidk5920]

Holy cow, slow down while tearing it apart. You were all over the place.

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Sorry about that. I didn't intend to go to fast, but at the same time, I didn't want to make the video too long. Thanks for watching.

[@davidk5920]

@@Shoptoolreviews The longer the video, the more knowledge that come from it. Unless there’s to much useless talking involved. I liked the video, just needs slow down a little. I appreciate your feedback!

[@TheKcribb]

I didn't see any cleaning

[@XxProRider]

Slow the f down

[@andrewerickson6690]

Play at .75 lol

[@kramnull8962]

@@andrewerickson6690 .25 for us really slow folks...

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[@taylorwyant6900]

Welch plug * not well

[@Shoptoolreviews]

Great point. Thanks for the correction.

[@Paul-y4d7i]

You can then come to my and help and to repair repair and help me to rebuild kit. And is in a. ,bad way

[@tempestlanear5906]

Dr

[@johnnyjarrett1289]

You skipped steps, such as the choke thermostat housing. If you don’t show all the steps you’re setting people up for failure.🤷🏼‍♂️ bad form.

[@Joe-xj2tb]

why do you need to yell

[@ronmurphy00]

I was going to watch the jet video people who make rebuild kits and I sure hope they rebuild kits aren’t anything like their videos some of the most annoying music played in 5X @850 miles an hour who knows maybe they’re on meth I don’t even know why they wasted their time putting that on the web

[@sevaslee4865]

My choke doesn't stay open unless I pull the throttle back and flip the plate over, em i missing something on my choke rod??