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IRD Racing K4 Series Custom Carburetors

From Mega Trucks, Super Cat Class Poker Run boats, to all out drag racing, this carburetor can handle whatever is thrown at it.

Are Carburetors Still Relevant in High-Performance Racing Engines?

Carburetors have been forced to evolve in order to remain relevant as engine builders continue to push the limits on horsepower. This has given rise to truly custom carburetors to compliment custom engines.

Edelbrock Off-Road Performance Carburetors

The AVS2 Off-Road Carb comes in two versions: Part #1915 with a manual choke, and Part #1916 with an electric choke. Both versions are 650 CFM, have a satin finish and are non-EGR.

Are Carburetors Dead?

The carburetor market has evolved right along with the ever-changing technology that surrounds it, driven by the need to stay relevant and remain a viable option for those looking to win races.

Holley Classic Carburetors

The aluminum main body and fuel bowls will save weight and provide better heat dissipation.

Holley 500 CFM Marine Avenger Two-Barrel Carburetors

Holley has announced the release of 500 CFM Marine Avenger Two-Barrel Carburetors, which bring the performance and reliability of Holley’s Street Avenger carburetors to the water.

Making The Case For Carburetors

Despite the proliferation of electronic fuel injection (EFI), carburetors are still a viable option for hot rodders and even some racers. Why? Because carburetors offer the purest form of fuel induction where fuel and air are mixed and pulled into the intake manifold. It’s easy to control the performance of a carburetor, which is why

Brawler 600 CFM Side Hung Bowl Carburetors

Brawler has announced the release of 600 CFM Side Hung Bowl Carburetors, which feature a simple one-fuel-line connection and universal throttle levers to accommodate Ford automatic transmission kickdowns and GM 700-R4 mounting holes.

The Anatomy of Carburetors

Carburetors are still a viable and valuable component for atomizing fuel. It is amazing that the carburetor has been around for well over 100 years. A small yet unique invention by the Holley brothers in the early 1900s provided the concept of what we use today. Holley became recognized in the high performance market when

Holley 1050 CFM Gen 3 Marine Dominator Carburetors

Holley/MSD has announced the release of Holley 1050 CFM Gen 3 Marine Dominator Carburetors, which exceed performance demands whether you’re out for high-speed fun or just hitting the lake for an easy cruise. All-aluminum and hard-coat anodized in a gray finish to protect against corrosion in both freshwater and saltwater conditions.

Quick Fuel Technology NHRA-Approved SSR Carburetors

Quick Fuel Technology has introduced the latest additions to its already popular line of SSR carburetors. QFT has established a winning spec and build for every CFM for all the applications and combinations in competition, and now that race-proven success is available in an NHRA-legal ‘on the shelf’ carburetor.

Understanding How To Tune Carburetors

An engine only runs as well as it is tuned. You can build a killer motor using all the best parts and machine and assemble everything with the utmost care, but if it’s a carbureted engine and the carburetor isn’t setup or tuned right your killer engine may never live up to its full potential.

Understanding How to Tune Carburetors

An engine only runs as well as it is tuned. You can build a killer motor using all the best parts and machine and assemble everything with the utmost care, but if it’s a carbureted engine and the carburetor isn’t set up or tuned right your killer engine may never live up to its full potential.

Proform Black Series Carburetors

New four-barrel carburetors from Proform feature a Black Diamond PTFE coating on the main bodies and fuel bowls. During testing, this coating reduced fuel temperature by up to 6 percent, combatting vapor lock.

Throttle Cable Mounting Bracket and Spring Return Kit for 4150 Series Carburetors

Intended for street applications, the kit includes throttle cable and transmission kickdown cable provisions. Works with Lokar throttle and kickdown cables. Includes stainless steel return springs with dual wound ends for safety and also has adjustable spring tension.

Zepeda Carburetors
FE Dyno Pulls Show Benefits of Carburetors and EFI

We intended to dyno the engine two ways: first, we wanted to break the engine in and fine-tune it with a carburetor. Then, we would convert the engine over to fuel injection and compare power differences. This would be a great opportunity for a real-world comparison.

Valve Covers, Carburetors, and Throttle Bodies

Helpful hints when installing your carb or throttle body and valve covers.

K&N Stubstacks Are Designed to Increase Airflow of Carburetors

The stubstack is designed to only work effectively with K&N Filtercharger™ elements and 360™ custom air cleaner assemblies Company: K&N Filters http://www.knfilters.com/racing/stubstacks.htm The K&N Stubstack reduces turbulence, improves metering accuracy. Increases the airflow by reducing restriction. Straightens and speeds up air-flow. Installation: The K&N Stubstack is designed to increase the airflow of carburetors, by decreasing the restriction around