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#1569 11/18/2003 3:00 AM
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While in the process of rebuilding my Rochester Carb for my '55 235, I came back to notice a deep dent in one side of the float (actually on one float, since there are two attached floats). I'm not sure if this was like this or I (or someone else) accidentally set something down on the workbench and crushed it :rolleyes: ... either way it's damaged now. The float does not appear to be punctured, and I still have the rebuild kit for the carb. Here's my question: what do I do?!?!? eek Do I use the floats as is and continue to rebuild the old (and quite dirty) carb, find a new set of floats, or replace the entire carb? If I do decide to replace the carb, what carbs can I replace it with? My goal for this truck right now is to get it on the road and be a reliable driver (ideally)... I'm also a college student so I can't spend too much money for parts (or at least I shouldn't, but we all know how that goes grin ) Please, any help you guys have to offer would be appreciated!


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#1570 11/18/2003 4:48 AM
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My vote is that if you can reshape the floats correctly and they fall within spec...and most important don't have any fluid inside that indicates a leak, rebuild the carb with the existing goodies..good luck!


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#1571 11/18/2003 5:30 AM
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TWO TRYS
BOILNG WATER DIP IT IN AND SEE IF IT WIIL EXPAND
DRILL A SMALL HOLE IN THE TOP AND BLOW AIR IN RESEAL WITH SOLDER OR EPOXY

#1572 11/18/2003 10:18 AM
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After you fix the dent make sure the float works the same on both sides (floats level) or you will have problems with it hanging up.


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#1573 11/18/2003 6:46 PM
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A lot of the vendors carry the floats or I would even try your local auto parts if you're worried about it.

#1574 11/18/2003 10:46 PM
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I'd go a head and replace the float. They're cheap. The rebuild kit for my '59 Rochester was $11.00.


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