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Old 01-29-2012, 01:17 PM   #1
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What is the best carburetor rebuilding company in the U.S. I need my 57 T bird 4 barrel rebuilt.
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Old 01-29-2012, 02:24 PM   #2
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Daytona Parts Co. 1-386-427-7108. They also make there own usa made kits.Excellent work,not cheap but will be done right. ken ct.
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Old 02-09-2012, 03:31 PM   #3
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I have been doing carbs since the mid 60's (all carbs) and specialize in mid 50's Ford products. I guarantee and stand behind my work. I'm sure I can also beat Daytona's price by quite a bit. They do have a good reputation though. I have heard a lot of bad news about Pony Carburetor though.
I have done many 1957 ford Holleys etc. Can do anything from a spot repair, to a rebuild, to a restoration and re-coloring. Thanks, Sal Cicala
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Old 02-09-2012, 04:06 PM   #4
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What is the best carburetor rebuilding company in the U.S. I need my 57 T bird 4 barrel rebuilt.
Put it in a box and send it to Ken.
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Old 02-10-2012, 12:10 PM   #5
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When I go to these links, I don't see any reference to anyone named Ken, or anything about carburetor service.
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Old 02-10-2012, 01:28 PM   #6
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Daytona gets my work. they have restored several for me, Frod 312 2 x4s and 57 supercharged. You get the service you pay for. Frank
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Old 02-10-2012, 01:39 PM   #7
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When I go to these links, I don't see any reference to anyone named Ken, or anything about carburetor service.
Thats cause i dont advertize much,have no web site,no links. I have plenty of work as it is and i dont rebuild 4 barrel carbs./ Send it to Daytona Parts. There the best for your application. ken ct. "kens Ford Carburetors" stratford,ct.
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Old 02-10-2012, 02:16 PM   #8
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Yes Daytona sure has the reputation. If you want to save $$ I can send pictures of my work and guarantee for function and appearance. I am not a commercial advertising business and just work out of my home, but have experience since 1966 and know the inherent weaknesses of mid 50's Ford carbs and do it right. I don't just clean and reassemble. Sal Cicala
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Old 02-10-2012, 03:31 PM   #9
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Not that I"m anybody- BUT- I"ll vouch for Sal.

He did an original old dual quad teapot carb of mine that is flawless.

I would consider Sal

Pony Carbs is out of business due to the recent passing of the founder.

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Old 10-21-2013, 02:36 PM   #10
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Pony Carburetors website is back! They are now owned by Champion Carburetor.
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Old 10-21-2013, 02:38 PM   #11
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Put it in a box and send it to Ken.
Don't you do that please. ken ct.
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Old 10-21-2013, 08:33 PM   #12
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Don't you do that please. ken ct.
You mean you can't magically make a carburetor out of a box of parts?
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I have bought kits from Daytona Carb. Top notch stuff and resistant to the ethanol fuels of today. Not the cheapest up-front cost, but great value when you consider that this stuff will last for many years. VR, JT
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I have purchased a number of kits and individual parts for the Holley teapot from Daytona Carb parts down in Florida. I echo the sentiment as well. You get what you pay for with them and I have had "0" problems. The fellas that I rebuild these carbs for are very happy with the real world driving results. Two of them are daily drivers.
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Old 11-02-2013, 03:33 PM   #15
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You mean you can't magically make a carburetor out of a box of parts?
Ive had to do many that way 94's and strombergs, Just don't do Tea-pots 2 or 4 barrels. Daytona would be their best bet. ken ct.
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Old 11-02-2013, 09:05 PM   #16
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I would recommend Mike Suter from Penndel PA...his Tel # 215-757-3678.....He did a teapot for my 56 T-Bird two years ago at a reasonable price and it still runs like new without any problems......He also did a two barrel for my 55 ford club sedan over two years ago and it performs flawlessly...Mike is one of the tech advisor for the Y-Block engines in the CVA (crown vic assoc)John in CT
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Old 11-04-2013, 08:04 PM   #17
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I just got a carb from Sal today and I have to say it's top-notch. Looks brand new and fired right up once installed. He's earned my business in the future.
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I just got a carb from Sal today and I have to say it's top-notch. Looks brand new and fired right up once installed. He's earned my business in the future.

RPS, thanks very much for the kind words. I'm glad you received the carb in good time and condition, and that it worked out good for you.

Hoping to get more business on forums like this one.

Thanks again for the business,

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Sal What is your phone no. and email?
Interested in getting a 56 ford 292 teapot card overhauled.
thanks Bill
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Sal What is your phone no. and email?
Interested in getting a 56 ford 292 teapot card overhauled.
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Hello Bill,

My phone number and email are: (586) 612-1650 [email protected]

Thank you, Sal
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