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carb size 408w

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Denny Wiedman

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just wondering if my 750HP is big enough for this motor, idles at 1100 rpms at park maybe 1000 rpms in first gear, c-4 car, im putting out maybe 475 to 500 hp AT the flywheel, thanks.
 

SadbutTrue

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whats the rpm range? if you're revving to 5500-6000, 750 is probably fine. If you're going higher, you're going to need a bigger carb. I would say 750 is probably the smallest you could go though, I'm almost sure there are gains to be had witha bigger one.
 

allcarfan

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what kind of 750 carb?

Id reccomend a 750 speed demon
 
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