Carb choices Guys, I am at a crossroads, trying to get a new rebuilt Zenith from the vendors is proving to be difficult. My question is, which one is better, Zenith or Tillotson carbs? I can get a Tollotson from Mike's for 550. I think there is a guy near me that can possibly rebuild my Zenith-2. If anyone is in the Canton, MI area and is willing to examine my current carb, (I just did a rebuild on it) That would be great. With the snow and weather my '29 isn't going very far.
Dave |
Re: Carb choices I'm sure you will get many opinions, non are wrong. But FWIW, my choice is the Marvel. I think it gives the best mix of easy starting, power, smoothness and reliability.
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Re: Carb choices Check out this link...
http://www.snjparts.com/19-Model-A-Carburetors These guys might be able to help you with choices. All three brands work fine, but personally I prefer the Marvel for a car that's going to be driven regularly. It is a lot less troublesome, has fewer parts to replace, and my car runs outstandly better with the Marvel or the Tillotson. Your choice! |
Re: Carb choices I prefer the Tillys over the zenith. just my opinion. Why not send yours to Berts and have them rebuild it?
they are about half the 550. quote you are mentioning. |
Re: Carb choices I would start with rebuilding your zenith. Or have it troubleshot. CA Victoria has a good selection with OEM jets, and I will vouch for his work, Look under the for sale listings. I also have a good inventory. Either way we should be able to get you a correct carb.
The pot metal carbs will leak. Think, pot metal, fragile, warping, etc., |
Re: Carb choices wondering if I mis-did one of the jets. Smells rich when running, and I will have to re-clean it as I used Pine-Sol in my ultrasonic cleaner and didn't paint. What paint is recommended on the carbie?
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Re: Carb choices Rust oleum automotive. I use carb cleaner in a spray can, with the red plastic extension to chase all the circuits.
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Re: Carb choices I have used the Tilly, Zenith, and Marvel. I like Marvel the best and it is what I have on my A.
If a good price is what you are looking for, then go with the Marvel. A completely rebuilt and tested Marvel will cost around $200. Where to get such a deal? MARVEL SHEMBLER CARBERATOR 903-490-3725 976 COUNTRY ROAD 2310 —[email protected] Gary Johnston TEXARKANA, TX 75503 CARBS/EXCELLENT WORK |
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I now have a couple of Marvels I would like to try - and there is a Mochi in my box too which would be fun. Or possibly the Rayfield (RIF)? So many carburetors - so many choices. https://modela.org/other_carbs.html Joe K |
Re: Carb choices Marvel is a better choice. I have a Marvel on both my A's. Both cars run better with the Marvel.
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Re: Carb choices I Googled "good carbs" on the internet and this is what it came up with:
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Re: Carb choices I never realized there were so many Marvel fans. There is no one else in our club that has one (that I know of), besides me.
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Re: Carb choices I have a Model B Zenith on my A and it runs and idles good.
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Some have been known to "ream out" the center uptake on an A manifold and get nearly there - without the obvious flat top. Joe K |
Re: Carb choices I agree with Dick M. I had a Zenith carburetor rebuilt by Gary Johnson last year at the recommendation of someone else on this form. He did a great job and tested the carb on his own car. The price was less then most of what has been reported here and his service was quick too.
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Re: Carb choices I never realized there were so many Marvel fans. There is no one else in our club that has one (that I know of), besides me.
Marverlous!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
Re: Carb choices Joe K, it is a reamed out model A intake. When I purchased the A it had not been enlarged but I have since opened it up.
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Re: Carb choices There is a guy on the mafca Website selling restored zenith carbs at a reasonable price.
https://www.mafca.com/cl/cl-p-sale.html |
Re: Carb choices I have used Zenith A and B carbs and tillotson carbs on my Fordor. No issues with any. I now have a Marvel. I like it the best for best starting and fuel milage. 19-23 mph as apposed to17-20 with others. Have to open choke nob about 1/2 turn for best mixture.
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