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I've been trying to get pictures of the intake up but so far no luck in getting them to load does anyone have any advice?

Have a look at this FAQ, hopefully will assist you.

I might have to edit my pictures, I'll try it out and see what happens thanks Ozstatman.

This FAQ might help too.

If all fails email the pic's you want posted and I'll add 'em into the thread. ozstatmanATgmail.com

Hi the 2bbl carbs that came on the manifold are rough and need a rebuild or replacement they are a bit unusuall ,
Stromberg aero type Aav 28's The late 40's l8. 'S had a single Aav 26 stromberg. Any suggestions as to what replacement carb I could use on this rare intake ? Edelbrock came out with a 94 series that has a 3 bolt flange
No one wants to rebuild the 28 It's a 26a p24599 Aav 28 maby it's an exotic carb

your carb is a 4 bolt base correct?

yes they are Stromberg aerotype I sent them off to get rebuilt

A lot of cars during the 50s used a similar carb. 1955 Buick for instance. The mounting flange is the same on a 2G Rochester style carb which is a lot easier to find rebuild and tune in a multiple carb system, this is what Chevy had on the 348 and 409 3x2 intakes. I have 2 similar carters that I was kicking around the idea of using on mine, from what I have been led to believe was the intention of Edmunds for the intake in question. You will be CFM limited however. The 2G carb can be had in 350 CFM ratings new from sources like Summit Racing so with 2 you would be around 700 CFM which is a bit on the high side for an L8 in my opinion but with someone who knows how to tune carbs they can be made to work. The carter has the period correct look so if that is what you are going for you will be fine or if you want a bit more performance and a much easier time working with them go with the 2Gs.

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