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Scott Stephen · Jan 26th, 2007, 21:16

Yep i'd agree. Carbs are cool if you like tweaking and adjusting EVERYTHING but they are complex mechanical instruments that need respect and care. CI cars are very simple in design.

I really get peaved with carbs sometimes though as with some weaker designs you just need to sneeze on them and they are out of adjustment!

The Stromberg CD175 carb on my 244 is a relitively simple instrument but you still need to service it with new diaphragms etc.

Fuel injection is certainly more "maintainance free"

Jan 26th, 2007, 21:16	#4
Scott Stephen Senior Member Last Online: Apr 2nd, 2012 10:32 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: aberdeen	Yep i'd agree. Carbs are cool if you like tweaking and adjusting EVERYTHING but they are complex mechanical instruments that need respect and care. CI cars are very simple in design. I really get peaved with carbs sometimes though as with some weaker designs you just need to sneeze on them and they are out of adjustment! The Stromberg CD175 carb on my 244 is a relitively simple instrument but you still need to service it with new diaphragms etc. Fuel injection is certainly more "maintainance free" __________________ Volvo 244 (BREAKING),240,850 + Rover 800 Vitesse + Reliant SuperRobin!!!!