350 Carb upgrade, Brakes, Suspension

[djw&cjw71lemans]

I am looking at updating/upgrade my 71 Lemans Convertible. Things I have looking at doing are: 4 bbl carb/intake conversion, disk brake upgrade and coil over shock suspension conversion. I have quote from a local guy but I am looking for advice on specifics especially related to carb/intake from other peoples experiences. Also doing electronic ignition conversion.

Thanks for any and all advice.

 

[melsg5]

what do you want to know about the carburetor and intake which one or some other question. On the ignition conversion, I have used the Mallory Unilight conversion on two cars for decades.

 

[pops68]

I just put in an edelbrock carb and intake on my pontiac 350. Could not be happier. I went with the performer intake and the 650cfm carb. I don't have any other aftermarket parts in the motor though.

 

[spectrumad]

I went with a Edelbrock Performer dual plane intake and a Quick Fuel Slayer series 750 carb, vac secondary and electric choke. The intake can be found used in great condition for under $100 and the carb can be found online for $300 new. I am very happy with the difference it made on my 71 Lemans Sport convertible 350/TH350. Mine ran a bit rich, but jetted it down and it is perfect. I had a 600 on it, but that was way too lean.

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[djw&cjw71lemans]

Thanks all. We are going with Edelbrock intake & Holley 600 carb. Also disc brake setup on front wheels, electronic ignition setup and coil over shock conversion. Should be a huge difference when it's done. Can't wait.

 

[melsg5]

keep us posted on the progress

 

[jet460]

You can get the complete disc conversion on ebay for $374.
I am about to get one for my 68.
Includes the knuckles, spindles, rotors and bearings, calipers, pads, brake lines and brackets.
That is a great deal.
Does not include the master cylinder and proportioning valve, which you MUST also change.
I have done these conversions before.
Completely changes the front end stability.
A heavy sway bar helps too.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/181500705963

 

[djw&cjw71lemans]

It's all done. New intake, carb, distributor/electronic ignition, disc brake conversion, QA1 coil over shock conversion, valve cover gaskets, transmission flush/gasket. This thing drives and handles beautifully now. Couldn't be happier. This was after doing new rims and tires previously.

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[jet460]

Very nice! Love the white on white.