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Old 04-08-2022, 05:44 PM
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For the engine posted by the OP, I would suggest (2) 500's are way too small for best performance, although low RPM throttle response might be great because of the higher than normal venturii air velocity. But giving away a ton of performance as the RPM's are increased.

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Get two early 60s Buick AFBs like the 3088 or late 50s Ford/Lincoln AFBs. They are 580-625cfm and would fit that engine fine.
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After you read the article, this is what we will know:

a) "There is no such thing as a carb that is too big"

b) "Fuel Vaporization and Droplet Size does make a difference"

c) "Booster Gain" is an important Air/Fuel Tool for "Maximum Horsepower"

Here is the Article:

http://www.hotrod.com/articles/0511p...boosters-tech/
Written by David Vizard on October 4, 2005
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Tom V.
Great information. The article by David Vizard in Tom V.'s post is also very good and although on Holley's, may be of some help to shed some light for the OP.


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