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What consists of switching from TBI to carb ?

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Old Apr 27, 2006 | 11:15 PM
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What consists of switching from TBI to carb ?

I'm going to attempt to put on a Edelbrock chrome carb instead of having it TBI....can anyone tell me if its difficult or fairly easy ?

Jamie
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Old Apr 28, 2006 | 01:09 AM
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From: Grand Rapids, MI
Car: Z28
Engine: Sb2.2 406
Transmission: Jerico 4 speed
Axle/Gears: Ford 9" 3.60
It's as easy as your automotive talents allow it to be.

Read this and see what you think:
https://www.thirdgen.org/carbswap
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Old Apr 30, 2006 | 01:42 AM
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From: Poulsbo, WA
Car: 86 Z-28
Engine: 305 TPI
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: 3.23
easy with so difficulty

I just recently switched from tbi to carb. the hardest part was the gas tank. not fun to do by yourself. Also find a new distributor your old on ewont work.
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Old May 14, 2006 | 11:16 AM
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From: Over seas fighting...
Car: 1988 IROC-Z
Engine: 305 TBI
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: Stockers, 2.73 (?)
So a fuel sending unit and a new distibutor. thats it. sounds like win win.

did you notice an increase in power after the swap?
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