what is a good repacment carb on an 82 4 speed manual I don't have to worry about emissions. would it be worth it to put a 4 bbl carb on or more troble that it's worth.

 

You're absolutly correct.
BUT, try to find a good running CARB V-8 & tranny to swap in your ride.
Get the suspension, too.
You have a better chance for your effort to be rewarded that way!

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Karl
1985 Firebird 2.8 to 3.4 swap project for Smog Happy LA, CA

 

I have another camaro that has a V8 and thats for fun!! this V6 is my beater and the old carb has to be rebuilt I thought it might be better just to get some more horses in a different carb, my goal is a little more pep in it's steep for those daily commutes to work any Ideas?

 

Honest, then rebuild the original carb & rebuild the distributor.
You do those two things and your car will perform like you never knew it could!
Just a great rebuild.
On the carb, YOU NEED TO REBUSH the PRIMARY shaft.
That will cost ya some extra bucks. IF YA DON'T, you'll have a vacuum leak and it won't idle correct. I rebuilt mine at 211,500. That shaft wobbled like a drunk!
Must compliment that rebuild with the distb internal electronics. That'll make SUCH A DIFFERENCE.
I MISS DC SO MUCH!!
Used to live there from 1977-1980.
I MISS DC! Especially the night time tours around the monuments I used to give.
PS those choke pots (2) go for about $40 a piece & you must find the carb number on the carb to get the correct rebuild kit. Clean the carb (externally) with cleaner to see that number.

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Karl
1985 Firebird 2.8 to 3.4 swap project for Smog Happy LA, CA

 

Hey thanx man I will try the rebuild. any Ideas on aftermarket parts for the rebulid carb or ignition?

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(My Baby)84 Z28 HO 355 Performer rpm intake Holley 750 carb Comps 268xe cam march underdrive pulleys MSD ignition and coil Vortec heads B&M trans pak and megashifter trans. cooler corvette servo aluminium driveshaft 3.73 gears borla exhaust slp headers 3" all the way. She also sips a 150 shot of NOS
(The horse) 82' camaro sport coupe flowmaster 80

 

Sincerely, NONE!
When ya got the right dialed in stock parts, especially for that vintage, you win!
It's just as timely & expensive to "try" different things, only to find out a good rebuild is just fine.
The carb has NO hop up tricks at all, except a complete & I mean complete proper correct rebuild. Primary shaft bushings & all!
I did that (to my carb) & did it to my Distb on my 1985 S-10 Blazer (w/211,500 miles on it).
If it wasn't for the lousy oil pump, I'd be driving that truck now.
IT starts so easy, compared to the past.
I do strongly suggest a new aftermarket coil. I paid $30-40 for my Accel coils for my applications (Blazer & Firebird). That coil solved lots ignition problems. I get more power (not lots, but smoother) & smoother idle.
Good luck.
The carb rebuild is difficult, due to age of stuff.
Get the right kit, good rebuilder & you're set. They devise a cold air intake set up for more fresh air & you're back in action enjoying the ride.
Reliable, too.
I MISS DC SO MUCH!!
Especially the decorations at the Washington Monument from all 50 states.

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Karl
1985 Firebird 2.8 to 3.4 swap project for Smog Happy LA, CA

 

In DC huh, duck & cover! if you need a new 'Used" carb, call Andrews Auto salvage in Brandywine. They are really big & also do parts locating. good prices too.

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$150.00 2.8 Auto.
short block now
turbo eventually, 3.4 may be in the future
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