1962 WCFB Inlet Fitting

[Richard M.]

Re: 1962 WCFB Inlet Fitting

My only concern would be air cleaner clearance. If it fits - great! However, most Corvettes have low profile air cleaner housings that fit down below the air horn gasket surface. My 63 is a prime example. I had to use an angled fitting right out of the carb (similar to stock) to get down below the housing and adjust it until the housing did not rest on it (I jacked my carb up with a 3/8" spacer and had to use a hose to reach the filter mounted at the stock water manifold location).

Stu Fox

Hi Stu, Yes I was concerned too and I mentioned it to him. I just created a mock-up of a GF-48 on this mongrel WCFB which I have here which has a '62-type air horn inlet. Looks like plenty of clearance.

Rich

[Richard M.]

Re: 1962 WCFB Inlet Fitting

Rich,

I'd watch out on the generous use of teflon tape. You were concerned about sediment. Theoretically, the fittings are supposed to seal without the tape. But, if you put the tape too far forward on the fitting, pieces can come off and, if a piece gets in your needle seat, then the gas flow into the carb won't shut off.

Bob

I was surprised when I saw that much tape also. I hope he was careful. I'll mention to him. I myself always use just a little bit of gas pipe sealer paste.....just enough for added insurance. I have heard that teflon tape allows to much slipperyness and you can un-knowingly overtighten NPT fittings and crack delicate castings.

Rich