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Old 04-23-2024, 12:02 PM   #14
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Question Re: 4100 Carb for 1957 312

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Originally Posted by PetesPonies View Post

That is not correct that a 1.12 is equal to 600 cfm. These were small carbs. Peop0le think they were around 600, nope!

Any chance of you explaining what it is you are trying to get across?

CFM RATING is determined by the CARB manufacturer with engineering and testing on a flow bench. How a CARB actually flows on any particular engine is determined by engine size and engine flow characteristics.

How one chosen to work properly on one application may not do well on others (of similar engine size). The reason for CARB calibration(s) and running in on an ENGINE DYNO.

There is much more to consider other than the CFM RATING/engine size.

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Flow Rate - http://fordfe.info/Autolite4100Test.htm
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