New Holley was the answer

[John P.]

Some may recall a recent discussion about my rather poor performing1965 327/350 convertible. Despite carb rebuild, the
carb was problematic. a 2818 replacement from about 1970.

Well as a followup-a new Holley seems to have cured the issue. Good out of the box-a few tweaks and now the performance seems spot on.
Yet to get to WOT but expecting much better. Proper choke function etc.

Thanks to all for input. For others-don't be afraid to go with new!

[Mark E.]

Re: New Holley was the answer

That's good news. It's nice to hear the rest of the story.

Which model Holley did you choose? Did you find one with a hot air choke, or did you keep the modified electric choke set up?

[Brian M.]

Re: New Holley was the answer

A direct replacement?

[John P.]

Re: New Holley was the answer

yep bolt on very easy 600 CFM aluminum body light and pretty would have to check but 80457SA i believe, electric choke

Since drivability was the most important at this time, and carb it had was a replacement-seemed the best choice. If ever go to judging, we will do something else.

[Joe L.]

Re: New Holley was the answer

Some may recall a recent discussion about my rather poor performing1965 327/350 convertible. Despite carb rebuild, the
carb was problematic. a 2818 replacement from about 1970.

Well as a followup-a new Holley seems to have cured the issue. Good out of the box-a few tweaks and now the performance seems spot on.
Yet to get to WOT but expecting much better. Proper choke function etc.

Thanks to all for input. For others-don't be afraid to go with new!

John------

Like I said, nothing makes a car run like a NEW carburetor. NOTHING.