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Post by chucklz » Thu 10. Sep 2009, 12:55

I came across and E-brock 3x2 with 2 carbs on it. The carbs look like Autolite 2100's. What's this worth? Can I use rochester 2g's if I can't find a 3rd carb. Are there supposed to be phenolic spacers?

I have done the 2x4 game and would love to try the 3x2 game. Can I hear from some of the MEL experts?

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Post by Chris Craft crazy » Wed 16. Sep 2009, 06:50

Chuck, if you decide not to use that manifold, I would be very interested in it... or any other one you hear about...Thanks.

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Post by 59lincolnrag » Sun 20. Sep 2009, 14:48

How about some pictures..?
What CID is the engine......
It is very likely that Autolite 2100's were used ...A very good simple carb.....
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Post by chucklz » Mon 21. Sep 2009, 09:15

I was told they were Strom WW's I posted pics on th HAMB for an ID help. I have the same user name there. I would love to get it but its out of my price range. I have a couple of Rochester 2g's I am saving for a 2x2 set up on my Baby Lincoln. I am told these are great for WW refits. I will try to pull the pics from the HAMB and dump on here.

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Re: tri-power

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Post by buddy67lincoln » Tue 8. Dec 2009, 11:12

I posted on the HAMB too but did you end up with it??? We can help you out getting it fixed up if you need it.
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Re: tri-power

Post by chucklz » Sun 13. Dec 2009, 14:11

No I did not get it. The WW's are gone and the price is still the same, firm. I gleaned the 430 and 462 MEL intakes are different and do not interchange without intensive fab. I may be getting a '64 Continental missing its drive train, I will keep you posted

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Re: tri-power

Post by Chris Craft crazy » Mon 14. Dec 2009, 15:39

Here is a tri power 430 set up with it's original 2300 series holleys and the air cleaner that just sold on EBAY...
If any of you are seeking a manifold, you would be wise to buy it when you find it.. This complete setup sold for $3550 US

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Post by Shelby#18 » Mon 14. Dec 2009, 16:48

That was one heck of a price. Someone really got a great deal.

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Re: tri-power

Post by Chris Craft crazy » Tue 15. Dec 2009, 13:25

My sense is that these sets often go around 5 grand yes?
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