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I am exploring Weber carbs and decided to try to simplify and present their functioning so that others can quickly grasp the basic concepts. To do this, I decided to make a fictional path of design that Mr.Weber, may or may not have traveled. I will provide further details for operation and maintenance in future posts, however this first post is a very simplified introduction. Blue The Ideal The simplest carburetor design that comes to mind would be a tube to flow air with a source of gasoline spraying in the middle of the tube. This would provide even distribution and symmetrical mixing at the highest velocity point of the tube. Approaching the Ideal: The M…
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Okay, I have searched a ton of places and can't find the answer to this nor a diagram to help me from the FSM, Chilton, or Haynes manuals: 1. If I want to go with a euro balance tube on my SU setup, which rails can I make work? 2. What is the third tube for on the 73 and 74 fuel rails / pipes? Where does it go? I had assumed I would need a 70-72 fuel rail / pipe to work on the euro balance tube, but I'm not certain. I have a three tube one that is either from a 73 or a 74 (not sure) and had assumed that third tube was part of the emissions system. I've seen people talk about cutting it off, but nothing clearing up what it is for. I'd love some help (and directions to some…
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Restoring 1971 (HLS30 28726). I have the believed-to-be original plastic fuel reservoir / vapour tank. It is however damaged, and I'm not comfortable with the idea of patching it. I also have the steel version that came off a later 1973. It is sound, but will take some metal bending and / or cutting to install. Does anyone know if original-dimension plastic units are available? Or alternatively, does anyone have any experience making the newer steel tank fit the earlier car? Many thanks,
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Hello, great to be a part of this forum. Been coming here for answers on getting my project '74 260z running. The old engine is shot and I am replacing it with a L28, but I am using the carbs from the old engine. As the L28 doesn't have accommodation for a mechanical fuel pump, I was installing a new electric one when I realized the FSM says the electric fuel pump only activates when the engine is above 400 rpm. Is there something I need to do to change this to make the engine start correctly? Modify a relay maybe? I appreciate your help.
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Hey guys I purchased these Redline filters for my triple weber setup. It states that they are capatable with all air horns but mine seem pretty close to the outside. I'm worried that it will restrict air flow. I may have to purchase the shorter horns but would like not to, What do you guys think?
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I got the tube and fittings removed without damage. Now I need the o-rings. Does anyone have a source for the o-rings at each end of the tube which is located between the 2 intake manifolds?
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Anyone have a source for the intake manifold water tube o-rings RING-RUBBER - NISSAN (14013-73400). I managed to get the tube and ends disassembled and now need to replace the o-rings.
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I recently ordered individual ITG air cleaners/filters and air horns from Motorsport Auto for the SU carbs on my '71. This is to replace the stock air cleaner with integral air horns. This is what I ordered: http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic17a02e/11-3025 http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic17a03/11-3014 Anyone have experience with these? I have a couple of questions: 1) There is not enough room between the end of the new air horns and the inner fender to fit the air cleaner foam element into place against the backing plate, so it appears that I will have to remove the carburetors from the intake manifold, attach the air c…
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Anybody know of a reason I should NOT use two rear lids? I've read until my eyes are red. I want the front and rear to use the short valves like I bought from Ztherapy. Tired of fooling with them and was about to drill the longer fronts when I remembered my extra set of carbs. Switched everything around and I can't see any difference except they both have "R" stamped on them. Please tell me if I'm overlooking something.
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Any noticeable difference installing a K & N AIR FILTER? http://www.thezstore.com/page/TZS/PROD/classic17a02a/11-5002 Do you need to remove the rubber gaskets inside and around the the original air filter box so the K & N Filter can fit?
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My 72´ 240z is still not getting the correct tune up! I have tried almost everything but its still backfiring at the intake on both carburetors. I have watch the Ztherapy video like 10 times and followed their instructions but cannot get the job done. The Carbs were recently overhauled by them on last November. 1. Warmed up the car for 5 minutes 2. Took both of the Domes out and rinsed them throughly with Carb Cleaner 3. Cleaned the 6 spark plugs (NGK BP6ES) with brass brush and contact cleaner 4. Put the domes back with their springs and filled the carbs with ATF fluid. 5. Piston falls and rises freely. 6. Set the RPM with the throttle screws on each carb to…
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Hey guys, Anyone run into this issue? Stock airbox on a 1971 240Z. Bought a k&n (Model E-2910) which is correct for the year at all sites I checked. Went to install but it looks about 1/4 inch too tall for the box and when compared to the WIX paper filter ordered from MSA. Box will not seal fully. Seats fully with the WIX. In checking specs, it actually looks like the E-2900 for a 73 would be a better fit 2 inch vs 2.375 in). Any ideas?
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