Well, I finally got around to rebuilding the old Quadrajet and putting the new manifold on. I have high hopes for the result. I had no idea how heavy the stock steel manifold was until it was time to take it off of the truck. Let's just say the truck is forty pounds lighter with the new manifold on there. I also think that, unlike as I said previously, that Weiland manifold is actually new. After having seen the condition of the old one and, noticing that there were no wrench marks on the new one, I think it's never been used, if installed at all. Anyhow, barring a few little tweaks, it's done. Now to see if it runs. Here are some pictures...
The engine as it was before the big swap.
The carburetor, prior to the rebuild.
I ended up getting rid of that weird sleeve thing on the top.
The block sans 50 pound steel manifold.
Manifold installed and carburetor post rebuild.
It's a little shocking looking at all that aluminum.
I also broke down and added a new air filter and housing.
I think this one will flow better than the old one.
The carburetor, prior to the rebuild.
The block sans 50 pound steel manifold.
Manifold installed and carburetor post rebuild.
I also broke down and added a new air filter and housing.
