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01-19-2019, 04:12 PM | #1 |
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216 to 235 swap - carb. fitment problems?
Hi All,
I just put in my newly rebuild 235 in my 1953 truck, and wanted to put on the carb (stock Rochester B) from the old 216 that I took out of the truck. Then I found out (google was my friend) that the trottle hounsing on the 216 is narrower between the bolt holes than the trottle housing the 235 stock intake I have. So, my question is: Besides from the trottle housing, is the rest of the Rochester B the same on the 216 and 235? In ohter words, do I need to find a complete ohter carb, or can I just change the trottle housing to the size that fits the 216 intake? Thanks, Martin |
01-19-2019, 04:52 PM | #2 |
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Re: 216 to 235 swap - carb. fitment problems?
You need to get the 235 carb. Ive seen ones that a guy cuts a slot in one of the mounting holes & used it that way but you will be loosing performance. The size of the throat is different. Same goes for the intake manifolds.
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01-19-2019, 04:56 PM | #3 |
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Re: 216 to 235 swap - carb. fitment problems?
Yes, but do need to get a complete carb? - or can I just change the lower part (trottle housing)?
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01-19-2019, 07:07 PM | #4 |
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Re: 216 to 235 swap - carb. fitment problems?
I'm not sure but I believe the throat in the fuel bowl is smaller too.
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01-19-2019, 07:27 PM | #5 |
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Re: 216 to 235 swap - carb. fitment problems?
Ok, I guess its best to look for a complete 235 carb. Thanks!
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