Quadrajer Power Electric choke conversion for hot air choke Quadrajet

How to convert your hot air choke quadrajet to electric choke using Quadrajet Power LLC choke conversion kit. Also explains setting the fast idle speed screw and curb idle speed.
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[@davidmorris826]

Thanks for the video, nice job! It’s my understanding that the vacuum port inside the choke housing should be plugged to prevent vacuum leaks. I installed my electric choke just you did in the video. I did a smoke test to check for vacuum leaks and the only leak was around the electric choke. So now I’m going to plug that port to prevent vac leaks.

[@bendyck9664]

Very helpful Sir! The instructions that came with mine were pretty vague on how to set the choke 👍👍

[@prestonikard9221]

Just bought this kit! I believe the original set up was for a divorced choke and when they replaced the carb way back before I got it they were given a hot air style choke, so this seemed the best/cheapest fix thanks for the great video!

[@monarchmark1967]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Answered my questions.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Great to hear!

[@IvoPoblete]

If my E4MC on a 307 Toronado has had its original 1981 choke riveted in place, would you recommend to remove the rivets for then to convert the carb to an electric choke with screws?

[@dumpsterfire6351]

Thanks Needed the info

[@williambaker792]

Good video Mark. Thank you !

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Thank you!

[@ryanwilliams3369]

Got that dang old choke.

[@HaveUSeenMyBaseball86]

I'm not sure what kit I need. I think it already has eletric chock but the choke flap stays open so I'm thinking replace everything.

[@adeb325]

Thank you

[@locobrown]

The port in the middle at the back of the carb, we just cap that off?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Any port you aren’t using should be capped off.

[@philipsmart2265]

How do yo cap tube from exhaust manifold that carried hot air to choke?

[@mickaelblais8700]

great video. What the difference between dive choke and hot air choke?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Divorced choke system has the heating element mounted on the intake and heated by exhaust crossover. Connected to the carb with a rod. Choke and carb and separate so the divorced name. Hot air choke is mounted on the quadrajet and heated by hot air piped in to the choke housing.

[@locobrown]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC The port in the middle at the back of the carb, we just cap that off?

[@edwardmcmillenjr8443]

Does the metal plate on intake manifold were the hot air tube used to go into have to be blocked off..will there be a exhaust leak there if not blocked off..

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Yes, that does need to be blocked off or it will have a leak.

[@bryanlewis2867]

I’ve got a 1978 Corvette with a Quadra jet. Can’t get my idol to kick down. I’m wondering if I need to replace the entire choke?

[@billboyle7866]

Wiring question. Bought the conversion kit yesterday and looking for the delivery. The conversion unit uses 1 (one) hot wire that requires 12v. I'd like to tap into the old sending wire to power the choke. Why is there no ground connection on these units like those used on Holley or Edelbrock carbs.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

These ground through the housing and body of carb.

[@billboyle7866]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC Outstanding. That simplifies things for me and my TA engine bay. Have a great day!

[@409man1]

Hi. I have a 17055698, Chevy Quadrajet with the divorced Choke setup. Do you sell a conversion kit, to convert it to an Electric Choke Setup? Thanks.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

we would need the code on driver side of main body. We have a few intake mounted choke conversions for some chevy applications on our website.

[@patrickallen3368]

QUESTION ON STIICKY FAST idle its an electric choke its a 87 chev motrhome 60k mi. put it all together & the idle was hung up to high also wher can you get an airhorn gasket everybody says go fish

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

We have all the parts you need. Put your quadrajet code stamp number in our search bar at www.quadrajetpower.com and find your air horn gasket. You probably need to adjust your choke if it is not releasing.

[@car_ventures]

Good video. Any idea what could cause the choke flap to not want to close? With the choke turned all the way to where it stops moving the choke closed, I can manually push it an 1\8th inch more to fully close it, but it doesn't want to stay there, moves open 1\8th inch again. Even with choke screws loose and turned fully rich. After engine cools, even with choke unplugged, the choke flap stays fully open. Have to manually knock it closed.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Make sure the components move freely and in the proper position. The fast idle cam should move easily up and down when installed. Sounds like you have something binding.

[@car_ventures]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC Thank you, sorry I didn't get a notification when you replied. All working now... I took off the choke and reinstalled it, I think the loop in the spring wasn't seated onto the tab in the housing. Have correct tension now and it closed nicely. Onto the next issue which is slightly wet gasket at the top. Think the float level maybe too high. Loving these helpful videos. I have another vehicle that's being rebuilt and will run its factory quadrajet. Will change out the exhaust heat choke to the electric one you sell

[@mikee994]

I have a Pontiac 400 with a newly installed Edelbrock Performer intake. I'm using the stock Quadrajet carburetor with a divorced bi-metal choke. Do you have an electric choke conversion for this setup?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

We have this conversion for 68-72 Pontiac quadrajet. quadrajetpower.com/electric-choke-conversion-kit-68-72-pontiac/

[@mikee994]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC Thanks for the quick reply, I just placed an order. Is the conversion close to this video with a divorced choke?

[@pauldow1648]

Is setting the choke different when carb is on motor ? Also can you recommend proper amperage for electric choke fuse . Thanks And thanks for you tubing.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

You can set up the choke and adjust on the bench, but need to verify proper operation after installed in engine. Electric choke does not draw much amperage.

[@bigdomz6025]

Okay so i just recently bought a 1986 k10 that has been converted to electric choke it looks like but still had the hot air stuff hooked up. Well i decided to delete the hot air tubing and egr on that side of the manifold and figured the electric choke would still work but it doesn't. How do i test the electric choke element? And should i have the little gasket between the element and the choke housing? Where does it ground? I tried it both ways. And yes i have 12v supplied.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

It should not have the gasket, it grounds to the body. Plug all of the vacuum ports. Apply the full 12v and make sure the choke is operating. If it doesn't you may need to replace the element.

[@jessejamestx8993]

How do I connect choke rod to accuator. Do I have to take off choke ? Or is there a simpler way?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

It can be attached with everything in place. You have to slide rod down and hook it in the actuator hole. It is a little tricky, but can be done. Make sure fast idle cam is down so actuator is up at highest point.

[@jessejamestx8993]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC Thanks for the reply.

[@daveedson4728]

I bought a 1981 Camaro with a 350 that is not the original engine. It has a Quadrajet with hot air choke but the hose is not on the choke mechanism. Just the nipple sticking out. And it's not capped either. I also noticed after driving for a while that the choke plate doesn't fully open. I have no idea where the hose from the choke would connect to the engine. Any help with that would be greatly appreciated. Or should I just install the electric choke conversion? Thanks for the helpful video.

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Yes, just do the electric choke conversion.

[@daveedson4728]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC I ordered the electric choke conversion. Thanks!

[@dexyoung8391]

I have a 4mv that came with a divorced choke I would like to convert it to a electric choke. Do y’all have a kit to do that conversion? Thanks love your channel!

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

What quadrajet do you have? What is the code? We have some conversion kits.

[@littlejefe494]

What would cause this type of carburator to cold start at idle 1500 rpm? I have an Oldsmobile with one and it randomly started having this issue. It was once in a while at first but now it's every time I start it in the morning it sounds like im flooring it. Great video bro!

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

You can adjust the fast idle rpm with the screw under the choke housing.

[@littlejefe494]

@@QuadrajetPowerLLC what if that doesn't work?

[@littlejefe494]

If you can make a video about it would be awesome

[@pauldow1648]

Spray fast idle cam and adjuster linkages to clean off any crud with carb gum out,etc. Check linkages . Maybe you have already done this.

[@robertquinones943]

Hey buddy.. I've got a quadrajet on a 86 silverado im working on .. it has a plug on the top just above the filter ... one of the wires was broken && I can't find where it goes .... any idea what that is .?? Its a Ignition hot wire so I stuck it to the choke but I don't think thats where it goes

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Try to find a chassis manual for your truck. That is best source for complete wiring information.

[@chillgee157]

Don’t have a hole for choke housing seal can you please help

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Electric choke housings won't have a hole for the seal.

[@r.joseph8911]

I have a 1985 vintage E4ME Q-jet. Can I email you guys a picture of the part on the air horn that I’m curious about?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

yes, [e-mail]

[@Mr62biscayne]

Is there a conversion from a divorced to electric choke?

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

We do have some carb mounted electric choke conversion kits for Buick, Pontiac and Cadillac divorced choke carbs. And a few intake mounted for chevrolet. What carb do you have?

[@leoblier7394]

do you have the part number

[@QuadrajetPowerLLC]

Yes, in the description. Here is another link for you. quadrajetpower.com/electric-choke-conversion-kit/