Carbs

[deezee]

Originally Posted by jps

I'm planning to do motorbike carbs on a pinto too - potentially permanently. How do you go about getting a manifold made to suit the carbs?

I held the carbs in front of the engine, in around the right place I wanted them (bowls flat, good intake lengths). Propped them in place and took some measurements. Then I made a wooden jig, to which I fitted my manifold plate, I cut some tubes to suit. Took a whole day, but does the job.

[robo]

Stuff like this needs a top tip sticky. Another case of a picture says a thousand words

Bob

[alga]

Added to the FAQ, link below vvv

[John.W]

I know there has been loads said about this already but I'm still unsure?

If I were to use a 1.6 CVH that normally runs a single carb, would I have to change to a megajolt or could I use the existing ignition system?

I've also got a 2.0 pinto EFI same question?

Sorry for being thick.

[alga]

Generally, you need Megajolt, as most Sierra carbs are electronically controlled and have a huge multiplug on them. The factory ECU controls both the carb and ignition, so you need an aftermarket system if you want to separate these concerns. Same with injection.