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84step · 02-22-2009, 06:09 PM

So i have been having troubles with my old q-jet latley and have convinced my parents to get me a new carb for a grad present. My question is what would be the best route to go iam thinking of either an edelbrock or a Holley street avenger either way iam thinking around a 650cfm, the engine is a 350 btw.

enaberif · 02-22-2009, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 84step

So i have been having troubles with my old q-jet latley and have convinced my parents to get me a new carb for a grad present. My question is what would be the best route to go iam thinking of either an edelbrock or a Holley street avenger either way iam thinking around a 650cfm, the engine is a 350 btw.

Most people seem pretty happy with the 1406 Edelbrock

Restrorob · 02-22-2009, 07:03 PM

I have a Demon that came on my B/B that uses Holley float valves, It would out of the blue start flooding going down the road. I strip cleaned the carb and installed new Holley float valves and it still floods. I will be ordering a new Edelbrock soon.

staggerd86c-10 · 02-22-2009, 10:30 PM

i would go with a holley its more of a user friendly carb and the parts are easily mixed and matched

84step · 02-22-2009, 10:36 PM

I talked to my friend who knows alot about carbs etc and he suggested to me that i get a holley street avenger 650cfm i think thats the way iam going to go.

**N2TRUX** · 02-22-2009, 11:03 PM

Personally I suggest you get your hands dirty and try to rebuild the Q-jet. Then you could get something else for Graduation...

hotrodhomi · 02-22-2009, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Personally I suggest you get your hands dirty and try to rebuild the Q-jet. Then you could get something else for Graduation...

Not a bad suggestion. Rebuilding and tuning is the best way to learn how carbs work.

Primer70 · 02-23-2009, 02:16 AM

Q-jets are just about the easiest carbs to rebuild, and cheap to rebuild too. I'm considering running a Q-jet on my Suburban with the new engine.

*78 Chevyrado* · 02-23-2009, 02:33 AM

I've had 5 1406 edelbrocks on five engines and love em. they all work well, just pick the one you can work on the easiest.

60ratrod · 02-23-2009, 12:34 PM

my vote is for an edelbrock. you don't have to tune an edelbrock as often as a holley

Storm Chaser · 02-23-2009, 01:29 PM

I've had Q-jets and Holleys in the past, then a few years ago I bought my first Edelbrock... and haven't looked back since. When it comes to carbs, my opinion is Edelbrock all the way. IMO, they are much more user friendly than a Holley.

Damien · 02-23-2009, 02:01 PM

I would rebuild the Qjet as long as it is not the computer controlled version.

wicked_sky_gazer · 02-23-2009, 02:10 PM

I dunno where you all found reliable Edelbrock, i pulled a 2 yr old 650 off my truck (motor is a 355 sb) and replaced it with a new holley 680 about a year or so ago, the Edelbrock was a piece, i love the holley and would never consider going back.... not to mention my truck is much happier, and runs infinately better also

Storm Chaser · 02-23-2009, 04:12 PM

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I dunno where you all found reliable Edelbrock

I don't know, they just work... no pwer valves to blow out, no leaky gaskets below the fuel level line, easy adjustability...

You mentioned pulling one off and replacing it- maybe there was something wrong with that particular one, who knows. But as someone who has owned many different vehicles with many different carbs over nearly 40 years, I'd have to say for a mild street engine (meaning not a race car), my prefs would be in this order: EFI, Edelbrock, a Q-jet in good condition and tune, then Holley. Again, just my opinion. I personally find the Holleys to be a bit finicky, bordering on drama queen, for something you have to depend on every day.

Alex1 · 02-23-2009, 04:57 PM

Holleys nolonger have PV issues BTW.

Go Holley and don't look back -Sooo easy to work on.

84step · 02-23-2009, 06:55 PM

Thanks for the advice guys I think iam gonna go with the holley, if i have any problems iam blaming you guys hahaha i also have a friend who has alot of mechanical experienc and he tells me the same thing that the holleys are good carbs and easy to adjust, imo i think i will remove the q-jet learn a little more and attempt to rebuild it and perhaps sell it later on.

thefatguy · 02-23-2009, 08:20 PM

I've got one of each. Actually, one is a rebuilt Carter AFB. So far, the Carter has been bolt-n-go (Q-jet replacement on a 454). The Holley is on a troubled 292, and I can't possibly blame it, but it's been a real bear to get to know (more my fault than it's). My buddy who builds dragboats likes both of them just fine.

Pyrotechnic · 02-23-2009, 09:03 PM

It's all personal preference. Each carb has it's pro's and con's.

I personally like the Carter AFB (Edelbrock) design.

Restrorob · 02-23-2009, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Pyrotechnic

It's all personal preference. Each carb has it's pro's and con's

BINGO !!!

Since I've been left on the side of the road a few times removing and re-adjusting float valves I want something other than Holley/Demon....

gchemist · 02-23-2009, 09:25 PM

I run a 1406 on my ZZ4. No problems. Easy carb to tune with a vacuum guage. Mechanical secondaries are a slight disadvantage.

Bow Tie Scottie · 02-23-2009, 10:01 PM

O.K. y'all, I've been away from here awhile. Last Summer I had my Q-Jet carb rebuilt. Since then after one minor adjustment (leaned out), my '86 C20 runs much better and on certain pleasant weather days it really shows. If interested here is a link that may help make a more informed decision:

http://cliffshighperformance.com/

Other than those 2 cents I looked into almost going the Edelbrock direction!

BTW, Chevy 350, engine VIN code "M"

02-22-2009, 06:09 PM	#1
84step Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 72	New Carb? So i have been having troubles with my old q-jet latley and have convinced my parents to get me a new carb for a grad present. My question is what would be the best route to go iam thinking of either an edelbrock or a Holley street avenger either way iam thinking around a 650cfm, the engine is a 350 btw. __________________ "All Throttle No Bottle" 1984 C10 Stepper

02-22-2009, 07:03 PM	#3
Restrorob The One And Only !!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hole in the woods Florida Posts: 4,567	Re: New Carb? I have a Demon that came on my B/B that uses Holley float valves, It would out of the blue start flooding going down the road. I strip cleaned the carb and installed new Holley float valves and it still floods. I will be ordering a new Edelbrock soon. __________________ 93 Jeep XJ 88 Buick La Sabra Toys; 88 TA-GTA in the works.... 97 GMC Ext. Cab 502 Crate 5 Spd......Sucks Gas But Haulz Azz ! The primary function of an Engineer is to make it difficult for the Fabricator and impossible for the Mechanic. *"Why go out preserved when you can go out beat up, worn out, sliding in sideways screaming, Holy Sh!t What A Ride" !!!*

02-22-2009, 10:30 PM	#4
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: New Carb? i would go with a holley its more of a user friendly carb and the parts are easily mixed and matched

02-22-2009, 10:36 PM	#5
84step Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 72	Re: New Carb? I talked to my friend who knows alot about carbs etc and he suggested to me that i get a holley street avenger 650cfm i think thats the way iam going to go. __________________ "All Throttle No Bottle" 1984 C10 Stepper

02-22-2009, 11:03 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: New Carb? Personally I suggest you get your hands dirty and try to rebuild the Q-jet. Then you could get something else for Graduation... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-23-2009, 02:16 AM	#8
Primer70 Superbad Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Pittsburg, CA Posts: 153	Re: New Carb? Q-jets are just about the easiest carbs to rebuild, and cheap to rebuild too. I'm considering running a Q-jet on my Suburban with the new engine.

02-23-2009, 02:33 AM	#9
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: New Carb? I've had 5 1406 edelbrocks on five engines and love em. they all work well, just pick the one you can work on the easiest.

02-23-2009, 12:34 PM	#10
60ratrod yes, i do Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Spokane, wa Posts: 2,734	Re: New Carb? my vote is for an edelbrock. you don't have to tune an edelbrock as often as a holley

02-23-2009, 01:29 PM	#11
Storm Chaser Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: In the Indiana Corn Posts: 449	Re: New Carb? I've had Q-jets and Holleys in the past, then a few years ago I bought my first Edelbrock... and haven't looked back since. When it comes to carbs, my opinion is Edelbrock all the way. IMO, they are much more user friendly than a Holley. __________________ 1988 R2500 Crew Cab Immediate plans- get it running! Future plans- Rear disc swap & Hydroboost Dually conversion with shackle flip-n-switch 4x4 conversion with 52" springs Maybe some new body panels Who needs a car when they make crew cab trucks?

02-23-2009, 02:01 PM	#12
Damien Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Farmington, MN Posts: 928	Re: New Carb? I would rebuild the Qjet as long as it is not the computer controlled version. __________________ I can still count my vehicles on two... wait three hands.

02-23-2009, 02:10 PM	#13
wicked_sky_gazer Living Legend Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: owasso oklahoma Posts: 160	Re: New Carb? I dunno where you all found reliable Edelbrock, i pulled a 2 yr old 650 off my truck (motor is a 355 sb) and replaced it with a new holley 680 about a year or so ago, the Edelbrock was a piece, i love the holley and would never consider going back.... not to mention my truck is much happier, and runs infinately better also __________________ '81 c10 sw 355cid roller motor 350turbo with stage two shift kit, poor rear end gearing, not sure peg speed... speedo is mia.. project is temporarily on pause again... Thankyou wonderfull economy.. check it out Im not to worried i have an uncaning ability to save myself from some weeeiiirrd crap East Ok meet East Ok date Tony

02-23-2009, 04:57 PM	#15
Alex1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ottawa Ontario Canada Posts: 1,156	Re: New Carb? Holleys nolonger have PV issues BTW. Go Holley and don't look back -Sooo easy to work on.

02-23-2009, 06:55 PM	#16
84step Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Vancouver BC Posts: 72	Re: New Carb? Thanks for the advice guys I think iam gonna go with the holley, if i have any problems iam blaming you guys hahaha i also have a friend who has alot of mechanical experienc and he tells me the same thing that the holleys are good carbs and easy to adjust, imo i think i will remove the q-jet learn a little more and attempt to rebuild it and perhaps sell it later on. __________________ "All Throttle No Bottle" 1984 C10 Stepper

02-23-2009, 08:20 PM	#17
thefatguy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 55	Re: New Carb? I've got one of each. Actually, one is a rebuilt Carter AFB. So far, the Carter has been bolt-n-go (Q-jet replacement on a 454). The Holley is on a troubled 292, and I can't possibly blame it, but it's been a real bear to get to know (more my fault than it's). My buddy who builds dragboats likes both of them just fine. __________________ 1978 Silverado Big 10 - "The River Runner" 1969 GMC C/10 - "The 2008-09 Winter Project"

02-23-2009, 09:03 PM	#18
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: New Carb? It's all personal preference. Each carb has it's pro's and con's. I personally like the Carter AFB (Edelbrock) design. __________________ 1977 GMC Sierra Grande



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02-23-2009, 09:25 PM	#20
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: New Carb? I run a 1406 on my ZZ4. No problems. Easy carb to tune with a vacuum guage. Mechanical secondaries are a slight disadvantage. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

02-23-2009, 10:01 PM	#21
Bow Tie Scottie Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Duluth, GA Posts: 80	Re: New Carb? O.K. y'all, I've been away from here awhile. Last Summer I had my Q-Jet carb rebuilt. Since then after one minor adjustment (leaned out), my '86 C20 runs much better and on certain pleasant weather days it really shows. If interested here is a link that may help make a more informed decision: http://cliffshighperformance.com/ Other than those 2 cents I looked into almost going the Edelbrock direction! BTW, Chevy 350, engine VIN code "M"

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