Best 401 carb swap

[MocKKnighT]

I have a 77 chief w/ an 401 w/ an old worn out AFB that the PO put on it. I can't get it to run correctly. I'm looking to replace it w/ a new carb beause I like the pieace of mind of knowing whats on my rig. I have the stock manifold w/ an adapter to the AFB. What carb would u gus recomend for moderate wheeling and DD duty. I'm pretty new to carbs because they were pretty much obsolete by the time i was born. Thanks for all the help in advanced

[MocKKnighT]

Also, what is a good place to buy carbs? any site's w/ good prices?

[tufcj]

Check ebay for carbs, both new and used. I've heard people saying good things about the Holley Truck Avenger, and the Edelbrock (which is basically a Carter design). I don't have any experience with either.

For off-road, you can't beat EFI. I have Howell EFI (modified GM TBI) on my CJ. You could also check with MC here on the board for prices on the new Edelbrock port EFI.

Bob
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[MocKKnighT]

I wish i had the money for EFI, but i'm a poor college student. So i will check around e-bay. what is a good price for a used truck avenger or edelbrock?

[tufcj]

You should be able to pick up either used for $100-175. I've seen new Avengers on ebay for $300-400. I just picked up a 750 CFM Edelbrock nearly new in the box with paperwork for $100 at a local swap meet.

Bob
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[RonSon]

I was going to buy a truck avenger myself, but a friend told me you can buy the spring loaded needle and seats seperately. I already have a holley vacuum secondary so I might as well try it.I have a wealth of Holley off-road Knowledge at my disposal at work, so hopefully I will learn all of the secrets and the world will be mine and.....uh,my carb will work.

[thigh19]

Years ago I used the spring loaded needle and seat, worked great in an off-road application. When you find a set, could you send me a part number?

[Mudrat]

Years ago I used the spring loaded needle and seat, worked great in an off-road application. When you find a set, could you send me a part number?

Ditto - post it up here on the board - we'll give you credit for the 'research'

Mudrat

[FSJnovice]

yes I would like to know the part number also.