Description
By: Larry Shepard .
Description
Carter carburetors have been around since the early 1900s, appearing on Chrysler, Nash, Willys, Ford, Chevy, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and other makes. In 1952, Carter introduced the WCFB, the first American-built four-barrel carburetor, which became popular in the performance market. Throughout the ensuing decades, Carter would introduce the AFB, AVS and TQ models, which were all used on OEM production vehicles, including many high-performance options and racing applications. The company nearly faded away to obscurity until resurrected by the Edelbrock Corporation in the mid-1990s. They began reproducing the AFB carb as the Edelbrock Performer, then the AVS carb as the Thunder Series AVS carb. They also produced parts to modify and calibrate both these carbs for almost any application.
Rebuild & Powertune Carter/Edelbrock Carburetors is a comprehensive guide that includes information on:
- Basic carb function and operation
- Carb theory, terms, math and equations
- Selection and sizing tips with power package charts
- Step-by-step rebuilding
- Installation and tuning with key related systems
- Detailed troubleshooting guide
- Adjustment/calibration tips and procedures
- Tips for power and economy
- Racing applications
