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REF: Carburetor, Intake Manifold & Exhaust
CV Carb Upgrades
Replacing the Plastic Fuel Inlet Fitting
Tools
- 1/4“x20 tap
- Tap handle
- (2)-7/16” wrenches
- 1/4“x20 bolt w nut and washer
- Spacer (or a socket can be used instead)
- Hammer
- Bench vise with soft jaws (can be optional but handy)
Part Considerations
- Brass 90° elbow
You need an elbow designed for this application for best results.
CV Performance sells an elbow and a hose clamp as a kit.
You can also buy a kit on the internet / Ebay that includes the tap, bolt and spacer setup along with the elbow.
There are differences in these two elbows and those differences can be a factor in how it is installed.
However, either will work fine. Below are some considerations when installing.
The CV Performance elbow has a shorter end going into the carb than the other one. It's also tapered.
This allows you to set the elbow horizontally into the carb without a tilt and get a loose fit to adjust the direction before pressing it in.
The other elbow is more consistent with the original length, not tapered and will provide more holding area through the entire shaft.
But it will sit in the hole at a tilt until it is pressed in somewhat so the angle needs to set before you install it too far in the hole.
The CVP elbow has a flat at the bend for ease installing it in a bench vise although with the taper, it is relatively easy to tap in place with a wrench or hammer.