I finally got rid of the old Holley gas leaker and got a new Performer 500cfm for the 229 cu.in. which has the Performer intake...It doesn't run well as might be expected (running a bit rich)...Has anyone had any experience with this setup? Needless to say at this point there is much snorting and some backfiring when the throttle is tipped in.
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Fred P.

Yeah, I put a new one on my truck back in 91. Never did run right no matter what I did to it.. Got rid of it when I rebuilt the Holly. Good Luck.
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I'll drive it anywhere anytime.

Yeah, I put a new one on my truck back in 91. Never did run right no matter what I did to it.. Got rid of it when I rebuilt the Holly. Good Luck.
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As been discussed before: fuel pressure between 4-6 PSI. Vacuum leaks. Throttle plate closed up so it will idle on the idle circuit. If you need to change jets or rods, it can be done with the carb on the motor. Edelbrock has a great web site for info on the ajustments.
I'm not all that impressed by the preformance of my carb either but it's been fun playing with. It does work well just not the power I expect.
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Mike J
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Sounds like you need to get their metering rod kit, Fred. Check with Summit.
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Lynn
'32 3W

I've been wondering, "Whatever happened to the subjects that tested Preparations A through G?"

I had a 600 Hooly double pump, dual feed carb on my 454 and had good performance and could throw some pretty nices flames out the back. I opped for the edelbrock 750 and the car feel on it's face. Bought a jet and rod kit and have the paperwork for set ups and still, I'm not happy with the preformance. My flames aren't as good and the car backfires sometimes when useing them. Dave
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2 Holley 750 dual line double pumpers on our boat (twin 350 SB).... Cant complain! She scoots right across the bay without a minutes problem.
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I have put dozens of these things on and recommended them to so many people that I can't keep track.

The Edels are very tunable and once you get them dialed in they are the most stable out there...plus they will not leak all over your intake ala Holleys!

I am assuming that you have a manual and if so there is pleanty of explaination there for you to swallow. If not, here is the website http://edelbrock.com/automotive/eps_intro.html

I would guess that the pump circuit, primaries and rods/jets are off and also the crossover spring. How much vacuum are you making? This is important to know and design around. What makes you think it's running rich? Is this at idle only or also going down the road? Does it backfire upon accelleration? And, check for vacuum leaks as always.

I always start with the idle circuit. Come out two turns from all the way in. If you have to go any more than 2.5 turns out, there is something amiss! Usually, most take only 1.5 turns out for lean idle. You can set with a vacuum gauge.

Then, go to the primaries. Run at cruise for 10 minutes and pull off and read the plugs. Also note performance on accelleration or under power. React according to the rod/spring/jet kit table. I never had an engine that would not work well on these carbs unless they had less than 9 in vacuum. Keep tunin' and it will get better!
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Thanks guys! I got away from the Holley because of it's propensity to leak at times and carry a new extinguisher just in front of the drivers seat... I'm still trying to find my vacuum guage but cant get any of my kids to admit to having it..lol I had one of these right after the Holley started leaking (out of the box but a year old) and had the cal kit then..right now with my daughter back living with us, I don't have 2 fender washers to rub together but that will change soon.. I guess that what I was trying to ask was if a 500 cfm carb was feasable with a 229 cu.in. mini mouse?
There are no detectable vacuum leaks and the only vacuum used is for a brake booster. I'll probably follow the chart in the book and go for a bit leaner setting. Right now, if it doesn't backfire and all, it blows a lot of black smoke on tip in..The accelerator pump may also need some looking at..At least the weather is good enough to go out and play today!! YeeeHaaa...will let ya'll know what I find...oh yeah, the fuel pressure regulator has been set from 2 to 5 lbs in 1 lb increments with little difference noted

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Fred P.

yea, id say that a 500 for a streetable engine is too much for ur 229.. i run a holley 465 economizer and have the weakest cam that crane makes for my motor and its too much... ever thought of trying a webber? thats gonna be on my list here in the next few weeks,like u i have a hesitation just as i hit the gas. more timing helps but its just a sign of too much carb... u can get the carb at langdonsstovebolt.com cheap too... 65-75 dollars.. and u can get the 4 barrel to 2 barrel adaptor at autozone or checker for 20.00 bucks or less... also,,, these small engines need vacuum. mostly to keep the oil contained. otherwise valve and side covers will leak. the other reason is that without good vacuum, off idle and start acceleration will be compromised. i have 19in.vac. in my inline... u should be able to get same. my cam is degrees in at +1 to also help with bottom end. i hope this is some help for u... i know this isnt ur engine... but as u can see, im running more c.i. and a smaller carb and still need a smaller 1 yet... so, whatever u choose, make sure that small c.i. can handle the volume... gl