Peter Schalck
Member
Today is carb day. I am in the process of determining what direction to go here, any advice is much appreciated!
The carb that came with the running take out, Crusader 270 5.7 is a Quadrajet #17082403 with a manifold choke. Everything I've seen online is saying that fits a 454 7.4.
So my questions are:
• Was that stock for Crusader on the 350's or do you think it was a replacement by PO?
• It obviously runs, but is it the wrong application for my 350 or is it okay? I am not looking for more horse power, this is going in a 20 ft Shamrock so there will be more than enough horses to spare. In fact I would rather shoot for fuel efficiency over speed.
Are the 5.7 Merc Quadrajets the same fitment or should I be careful there, if I went with new?
• Lastly, besides Hobb's, where does everyone go for the best rebuild service for Quadrajets?
• Opinons on manifold choke vs. electric choke?
Again, thanks in advance for any advice!
Pete
The carb that came with the running take out, Crusader 270 5.7 is a Quadrajet #17082403 with a manifold choke. Everything I've seen online is saying that fits a 454 7.4.
So my questions are:
• Was that stock for Crusader on the 350's or do you think it was a replacement by PO?
• It obviously runs, but is it the wrong application for my 350 or is it okay? I am not looking for more horse power, this is going in a 20 ft Shamrock so there will be more than enough horses to spare. In fact I would rather shoot for fuel efficiency over speed.
Are the 5.7 Merc Quadrajets the same fitment or should I be careful there, if I went with new?
• Lastly, besides Hobb's, where does everyone go for the best rebuild service for Quadrajets?
• Opinons on manifold choke vs. electric choke?
Again, thanks in advance for any advice!
Pete