Q-jet accelerator pump

[RockHQ]

So i'm in the process of rebuilding my Q-jet, and it's time to look at the accelerator pump. I take off the piston retaining spring and notice the piston retainer (plastic) is broken where the spring rests. So, where can i get a new one? I know i can't get one through a GM dealer, so it'll have to be aftermarket.

[swervin ervin]

Here's a great source for Q-jet parts.

http://www.carbs.net/

[Bill W]

Originally Posted by RockHQ

So i'm in the process of rebuilding my Q-jet, and it's time to look at the accelerator pump. I take off the piston retaining spring and notice the piston retainer (plastic) is broken where the spring rests. So, where can i get a new one? I know i can't get one through a GM dealer, so it'll have to be aftermarket.

Every Rebuild kit I've used for a Q-jet has a new accelerator pump in the kit. Kits I've purchased in the last two years were about $12 and have had all the parts.

Bill

[swervin ervin]

Duh, Bill is right. They do come in the kit. All you have to do is put your spring on it. I don't know where my mind was at.

A float won't come with the kit though. I highly recommend installing a new float. They can be bought at just about any autoparts store.

[RockHQ]

Well, mine only came with the accelerator pump piston, not the whole pump (rod, spring&retainer, piston&retainer). Anyway, after calling a few places i ordered a new pump from Edelbrock because they're the easiest to get.

[edit]

Yes a new float is on the way too. Thanks,

-Axle