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joneh

posted on 15/1/22 at 09:28 AM Reply With Quote
Best carb

Hi all,

Been a while since I was last here, been very busy at work and started a new job. My other hobbies of sailing, bee keeping and allotment are paused for the winter so I have tinkering time.

I have a 1300 xflow which I got running last year but I'd like to replace the twin 40s with something a bit more suitable and easier to tune and maintain. (And cheaper to run)

Is the 28/36 DCD the best choice?

Anyone have one for sale I can bolt on and fire up?

Thanks!
Jon

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r1_pete

posted on 15/1/22 at 10:08 AM Reply With Quote
If you can find one, in my opinion the 34/36 dgv weber on the Escort 1300GT manifold takes some beating for reliable road use, you probably wouldn't notice much loss in performance either, then again I've never been a big fan of the dcoe type carbs.

I had a 1300 Mk3 Cortina with a 34/36 escort set up, transformed the underpowered barge.

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Mike Wood

posted on 15/1/22 at 10:55 AM Reply With Quote
Hi

750 Motor Club Locost racers with 1300cc run with a downdraft Weber, see:

http://www.750mc.co.uk/formulae/locost.htm

https://www.750mc.co.uk/ugc-1/1/1/0/2021_locost_-_final_regs.pdf

What do you want to use the car for and what car is it?

Do you want to sell your twin 40 Webers jetted for a 1300 Crossflow? Are these are on a short inlet manifold (i.e. might fit in a Locost?). What spec is the engine including camshaft?

Cheers
Mike

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joneh

posted on 15/1/22 at 12:50 PM Reply With Quote
Hi

Thanks, will see what I can find, unless anyone on here is selling something.

I would sell the twin 40s but they're not matched and need a complete overhaul. They're on the 1300 manifold which clears them of the distributor etc.

Just finished the cooling system and went to restart and the starter isn't engaging. Sigh.

Jon

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Mike Wood

posted on 15/1/22 at 01:10 PM Reply With Quote
New downdraft twin choke Weber 32/36 DGV carbs are available from Eurocarb: https://www.dellorto.co.uk/shop/weber-carburettors-parts/weber-twin-barrel-carburettors/dgav-dgv-carburettors/weber-dgv-5a-3236-carburettor/

(or https://www.dellorto.co.uk/shop/weber-carburettors-parts/weber-twin-barrel-carburettors/dgav-dgv-carburettors/weber-dgv-5a-3236-carburettor-with-synch ronised-butterflies/

Or https://www.dellorto.co.uk/shop/weber-carburettors-parts/weber-twin-barrel-carburettors/dgav-dgv-carburettors/22680-872-weber-dgav-32-36-carburettor-k it/)

They also sell carb refurb kits if you can find a secondhand carb.

https://www.classicfordmag.co.uk/tech/tech-weber-dgv-rebuild-instructions/

Why not try posting a wanted ad in the ads section or on the racing section of this forum?

Also Classic Formula Ford cars use this cab IIRC, so maybe worth asking such racers and their suppliers. https://www.classicformulaford.co.uk/

https://hscc.org.uk/championships/historic-formula-ford/

https://www.hartwell.co.uk/pages/ford/formula-ford-parts/

Cheers
Mike

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Deckman001

posted on 15/1/22 at 04:01 PM Reply With Quote
Hi Jon,

Another thing to bare in mind is your bonnet height and lines, as with bike carbs, you can probably keep them under a full bonnet, but a down draught will probably need a hole cut in the said bonnet to allow it and or the filter to go through.

Your 40's on a manifold will probably allow no cut outs needed, similar to bike carbs. I am no good with fibreglass hence why i have kept with bike carbs to prevent any f/g cutting and finishing nicely needs.

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joneh

posted on 15/1/22 at 04:10 PM Reply With Quote
I had an old motorcraft carb and you're right, it didn't fit. The 40s don't either though I'll be cutting either way...
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David Jenkins

posted on 15/1/22 at 04:14 PM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by joneh
Hi

Thanks, will see what I can find, unless anyone on here is selling something.

I would sell the twin 40s but they're not matched and need a complete overhaul. They're on the 1300 manifold which clears them of the distributor etc.

Just finished the cooling system and went to restart and the starter isn't engaging. Sigh.

Jon


I have a complete manifold, Weber 32/36 DGV carb and throttle linkage, together with a throttle-position sensor for sale if you're interested. Complete with 2 filters (2 different sizes), and the oil separator box and manifold connector (I think). The carb hasn't done many miles since new. Currently jetted for a 1660 Xflow engine, and I got roughly 100 BHP when on the rolling road.

PM if you're interested.






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Mr Whippy

posted on 16/1/22 at 11:58 AM Reply With Quote
Is it worth considering converting it to injection? Even single point would be better than a carb and it would improve your mpg which given the cost of petrol these days would be very helpful.
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joneh

posted on 16/1/22 at 12:52 PM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Mr Whippy
Is it worth considering converting it to injection? Even single point would be better than a carb and it would improve your mpg which given the cost of petrol these days would be very helpful.


Yes, but budget won't stretch that far. I have too many expensive hobbies!

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Dingz

posted on 19/1/22 at 02:41 PM Reply With Quote
I’m pretty sure I have a 1300gt carb but no linkage or manifold, I can make sure at the weekend if you were interested.





Phoned the local ramblers club today, but the bloke who answered just
went on and on.

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joneh

posted on 21/1/22 at 05:42 PM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Dingz
I’m pretty sure I have a 1300gt carb but no linkage or manifold, I can make sure at the weekend if you were interested.


OK, please let me know cost, condition etc.

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Dingz

posted on 22/1/22 at 04:11 PM Reply With Quote
It's a 32 DGAV 5E choke sizes are 23 and 24 If you send me a pm with your email I'll send you some pictures.





Phoned the local ramblers club today, but the bloke who answered just
went on and on.

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snapper

posted on 23/1/22 at 04:40 AM Reply With Quote
quote:
Originally posted by joneh
quote:
Originally posted by Mr Whippy
Is it worth considering converting it to injection? Even single point would be better than a carb and it would improve your mpg which given the cost of petrol these days would be very helpful.


Yes, but budget won't stretch that far. I have too many expensive hobbies!


Injection is a very expensive option and won’t give anymore performance than a well setup carb, you may get a smoother torque curve and slightly better fuel consumption but both with a 1300 Crossflow should be reasonable anyway.





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