Originally Posted by Ott3r
Thanks for the tips!

Here's a rumor you may be able to confirm or deny:

Rochester B is more reliable than many other carburetors offroad and for driving on steep inclines because of the circumferential float bowl

Sounds like a questionable claim.
Seems like jet position within the bowl is more relevant?

Several decades ago, I used to watch the Perry Mason show.

I remember well one of the most-used lines in the show, when attorney Mason was in court.

"Objection Your Honor, calls for a conclusion by the witness" :p

You would probably get different answers from different folks.

Having said that, Carter pioneered the use of the spring-loaded fuel valve for use in carburetors used for marine and off-road applications in the 1930's.

The primary civilian off-road vehicle during the run of the Rochester type B carburetor was Jeep. Jeep used Carter.

As for military only vehicles, I have no record our military EVER used a Rochester type B.

Again quoting Mr. Mason - "Your Honor, the defense rests"! wink

Jon


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