jjacob
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As I am in the middle of restoring my 1969 500L, I am, like many, looking at my engine options. I am trying to locate a 126 engine and transmission, which as you can imagine is difficult here in the USA. Probably going to build a 700cc engine similar to what Chris did.
As far as carburetors go I have read quite a bit. The FZD is just too ridiculous in cost. The 28 IMB is maybe a possibility but maybe a bit small and has no accelerator pump.
What about the Solex 34PBIC? This is the carburetor that Abarth originally installed on the 695SS. They seem to be much lower in cost, and are available used and new. There is an available Abarth combination valve cover / manifold single casting specifically for these carbs from most of the suppliers.
Does anyone have any experience with this carburetor? All comments welcome.
John
As far as carburetors go I have read quite a bit. The FZD is just too ridiculous in cost. The 28 IMB is maybe a possibility but maybe a bit small and has no accelerator pump.
What about the Solex 34PBIC? This is the carburetor that Abarth originally installed on the 695SS. They seem to be much lower in cost, and are available used and new. There is an available Abarth combination valve cover / manifold single casting specifically for these carbs from most of the suppliers.
Does anyone have any experience with this carburetor? All comments welcome.
John
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