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The Cars => 1967 Shelby GT350/500 => Topic started by: eric lipper on June 14, 2018, 10:42:19 PM

Title: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: eric lipper on June 14, 2018, 10:42:19 PM
My two carbs on my GT500 appear to be original and unrestored but I have noticed that some seepage of fuel is starting to appear around the shafts.  The seepage is enough that it is leaving some fuel staining on the intake manifold underneath each carb shaft.  Surprisingly the car runs very well but I am probably living on the edge driving it with this situation.  I need to pull the carbs and send them somewhere to be restored.  Who would you recommend?
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: onelimegold on June 15, 2018, 12:38:53 PM
Philip Cancilla from Custom Rebuilt Carburators . They did a wonderful job on my BK-BJ carbs a few months ago .
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: Greg on June 15, 2018, 03:43:48 PM
Send them to Holley restoration shop, they do a great job.
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: s_eagle on June 15, 2018, 04:29:56 PM
Classic Carburetor in Eden NC does a great job. 

https://www.facebook.com/classiccarburetorrebuilders.ccr/
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: silverton_ford on June 15, 2018, 04:39:15 PM
If you want them to be restored to like new condition then call.  Joe Bunetic
Joe did an S2MS carb for me recently.  Nice guy and it turned out great!  My carb had been sand blasted before I owned it and now it looks like new.   He doesn't have email, phone calls only.  Information at this link:  http://www.ford6v.com/home/joe-bunetic (http://www.ford6v.com/home/joe-bunetic)

If you just need to rebuild them for a driver they aren't that difficult to figure out.  I'm sure most reputable parts stores would sell you a kit.  Or contact Shelby Parts and Restoration, they probably would have a rebuild kit.
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: eric lipper on June 17, 2018, 10:22:27 AM
Thanks everyone.  I am sending them to Vintage Musclecar Parts in Ohio.  I will let you know how he does.
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: deathsled on June 17, 2018, 10:31:55 AM
Even after repairs, make sure you throw a fire bottle in the back seat just to be safe.  I have one.  I probably should have two.
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: 557 on June 17, 2018, 12:07:38 PM
plus one on fire suppression....Also ALWAYS disconnect battery when not in use especially on unrestored cars.50 year old wiring can do strange things......
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: CharlesTurner on June 17, 2018, 10:51:13 PM
Quote from: silverton_ford on June 15, 2018, 04:39:15 PM
If you want them to be restored to like new condition then call.  Joe Bunetic
Joe did an S2MS carb for me recently.  Nice guy and it turned out great!  My carb had been sand blasted before I owned it and now it looks like new.   He doesn't have email, phone calls only.  Information at this link:  http://www.ford6v.com/home/joe-bunetic (http://www.ford6v.com/home/joe-bunetic)

If you just need to rebuild them for a driver they aren't that difficult to figure out.  I'm sure most reputable parts stores would sell you a kit.  Or contact Shelby Parts and Restoration, they probably would have a rebuild kit.

+1 for Joe.  He recently went through a '68 Holley for me, did a great job and fixed lots of incorrect details.
Title: Re: Carburetor Restoration
Post by: 1967 eight barrel on June 22, 2018, 11:23:09 PM
 Joe Bunetic is the guy to see. He is reasonable and has been doing these for decades. Beautiful job on the BJ-BK's.  Holley Custom Shop I would avoid. They are not in the restoration business, but the repair business. There are many nuances when restoring factory applications Vs. those simply made for speed.

                                                                                                          -Keith