Rusty Muffler
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According to the manual, the stock carb was a 2530s. Mine is missing and I'd like to be able to use the stock air filter can. What should I be searching for?
What WCFB carbs will work on my 57 Plymouth Belvedere 301 v8?
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58Belvedere
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Something like this: 1956-1957 Plymouth Carter WCFB Carburetor
Rusty Muffler
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Wow, thanks but too rich for my blood. $800. since I don't have a core? Are there other model #'s that would work other than the 2530? What do those #'s mean?
All things considered, a later AFB might work better, as it came out after the WCFB (Will Carter Four Barrel) did. Might have to use a later air cleaner, though. The 500cfm model would be more air flow than a WCFB ever had. Then just find a way to hide the wire going to the electric choke.
Just some thoughts,
CBODY67
Just some thoughts,
CBODY67
58Belvedere
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Here is an adapter, not sure what sizes you will be looking for a new Edelbrock AVS II if any..... Mr. Gasket 2082 Air Cleaner Adapter, 4-7/32" to 5-1/8" Carburetor Neck 84041020821 | eBay
KEY thing as to the use of a more modern carburetor . . . does the throttle linkage at the carb "push" or "pull"? If it is "push", using a pre-1965 carburetor would be needed for a bolt-on situation. If such a modern carburetor is desired, then an adapter bracket would need to be configured, I suspect, If the existing carburetor and related transmission linkages are desired to be kept.
Just sometbing I thought about,
CBODY67
Just sometbing I thought about,
CBODY67
73Coupe
Senior Member
I also heard that WCFB stood for "White Cast Four Barrel" for the zinc that was used for the main body casting. Although the zinc casting is sandwiched between a cast iron throttle body and a cast aluminum air horn.
So then, would AFB stand for "Aluminum Four Barrel" ?
73Coupe
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That's just the model number. Each one is different in that it was specifically made for that engine, that car, that year.
Differences include choke setup, jet, needle, and power valve sizes, linkages, and other add-on accessories, such as a dashpot, solenoid, etc...
You might find a core on ebay or other site and rebuild it...but could quickly get back up to $800 depending on what it needs, but with your labor included.
Rusty Muffler
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Thanks Cbody, I'm stuck on the bombastic original air filter can. I'm really bored with the same old AFB with the chrome air filter can. To me, it means a lot to see the original filter can on the engine and is sort of like seeing and appreciating the dash board gauges. I'm always disliked the restomods that replaced all the dash gauges with modern ones, what's the point in that?
Rusty Muffler
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If that will let me use my original air cleaner I'm all for it! Then I have a choice of the edelbrock carbs, thanks!
No need to go with a chrome aftermarket air cleaner. Just be looking around for an OEM 4bbl Chrysler air cleaner from the later 1960s or so. Even one of the non-snorkel open elements as some of the '65 Plymouth 4bbls used. Then all you need is the adapter noted. Or a '68 Road Runner air cleaner and no adapter. Swap meet stuff. Does the WCFB use a center stud or does the air cleaner base have a clamp that goes around the carb air horn?
Take care,
CBODY67
Take care,
CBODY67
58Belvedere
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Just make sure the Diameters are what you need. There are a lot of adapters out there.
Rusty Muffler
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Rusty Muffler
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Doesn't clamp, has stud. Inside diameter is more accurately 4-1-4". Isn't it weird but beautiful?
58Belvedere
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Found a 1959 carb: 1959 Dodge Chrysler 413 Carter AFB Carburetor 4 Barrel 2797s Carb | eBay
58Belvedere
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2530S $525, 100 more no core... https://unitedcarb.com/products/carter-wcfb-2530s-carburetor-1956-1957-plymouthhttps://unitedcarb.com/products/carter-wcfb-2530s-carburetor-1956-1957-plymouth When they have them.
abloch
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Hey Rusty, I have a rebuilt ready to go "Power Pack" 2302S if'n yer interested.
This was the optional carb for the 301/313 in '56 and would work and accommodate your air cleaner.
Includes the glass filter, return spring bracket, thermostatic choke and Dash pot (throttle stop). $300
This was the optional carb for the 301/313 in '56 and would work and accommodate your air cleaner.
Includes the glass filter, return spring bracket, thermostatic choke and Dash pot (throttle stop). $300
Rusty Muffler
Active Member
Thanks Abloch, I "may" have located the original carb from the mechanic who rebuilt it (long story) and should know something by next week and if I'd be interested in yours.
bluefury361
Old Man with a Hat
This is a great deal. Wish I needed it.
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