One thing I forgot to mention ... the family "craziness" has move to the next generation. About a week ago, our 13-year-old granddaughter showed up, asking about the Dakota sitting in our driveway. It's now her first "project." Depending on how that goes, and which direction she wants to go, her mom's (Erin, aka Prettykitty) '59 Plymouth Savoy restomod project or my MLP (motorhome) project could become hers.
As for the rest of the family, they're currently talking about a "Gypsy wagon" travel trailer project. (Possibly as many as three.) They're also talking about reviving one or two boatbuilding projects. They're also realizing there's a need for more than one trailer hitch in the family.
So, I'm not really dropping projects ... just being "promoted" to teacher/advisor/supervisor.
RvFNG76 wrote:
The only issue that has arrisen is I have to "reprime" the carburetor after it sits for a day. I'm assuming she needs a rebuild but at the same time kinda wanted to switch to a four barrel.Any thoughts???
If you're considering switching, I'd seriously think about a TBI or MPI intake system. Yes, added expense but worth it in the long run.
If you'd haven't already done so, I'd swap out the mechanical fuel pump for an electric pump located close to the fuel tank(s).
eyeteeth wrote:
My carb is a 4 barrel. 440... very thirsty...
BTW... rebuilt it recently, still a bit difficult to start after a while. Wondering if I don't have a bunch of hairline cracks in the fuel line.
Same with you as far as mechanical versus electric fuel pump.
And ... driving style has a lot to do with how "thirsty" big blocks and four barrels are.
