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Apr 10, 2018 | 09:36 AM

catscratch

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Carb Conversion, computer delete, problems?

I asked this on a different part of the forum and was kind of scolded for even thinking about switching to a carb. Someone suggested that I ask here instead and I might get a different point of view.

So, here is what I'm looking at. I'm not real comfortable with the electronics on newer vehicles but am considering buying an early 2000's Chevy truck. How feasible is it to buy a truck and in the event that it breaks down just replace the electronics with a carb conversion kit instead of fixing the computer or various sensors that are on it? How much of the truck is ran with the computer? Am I going to mess up the instrument cluster, charging system, braking system, etc? I wouldn't do anything unless the truck broke, but when buying used stuff that is over a decade old you have to expect breakdowns...

I've gotten the idea from replies to my other post that this is a horrible idea, it's taking a huge step backwards, and not even possible without completely rebuilding the entire truck. Does this pretty much sum it up?

Thanks.

Apr 10, 2018 | 10:33 AM

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As was said, you already have the goods for a VERY dependable setup. It will cost a LOT to convert COMPREHENSIVELY to a carb setup. You got the truth in the previous forum. Are you just looking to justify going to a much cruder setup? The modern computer setups are more dependable than the old carb/distributor setup. You might have to replace a sensor on occasion. VERY easy to diagnose and fix. Your perceived fears far outweigh the reality of it.

Apr 10, 2018 | 11:06 AM

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Not trying to justify or come up with my own conclusion, just looking for another point of view. My experience has been if you get sick and go to a surgeon, he will say you need surgery... if you go to a medical doctor they will say you need meds... if you go to a Chiropractor they will say you need an adjustment... and if you go to a Physical Therapist they will say stretching and exercises will cure your aliments. People like what they are comfortable with and are quick to recommend it, or dismiss anything else.

My first thread was on the electronic side of the forum and they told me I was crazy. That's understandable. This thread is on the carb side of the forum. If the carb guys say I'm crazy too then I will have an answer from both points of view. Just looking for a second opinion is all...

Apr 10, 2018 | 06:10 PM

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Man that **** gets really old. Take it somewhere else.

Apr 10, 2018 | 07:31 PM

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Man that **** gets really old. Take it somewhere else.

Truth hurts huh?

Apr 12, 2018 | 11:10 PM

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05 silverado

I'm doing exactly that. Not because i feel it's better for anyone reason or that its even practical. I have an 05 Silverado, that was first vehicle i bought. Loved it. Came a 4.3 and a 5 speed. Have a 5.3 from an 01 Suburban. Rebuilt with a mild cam (work as an engine machinist). Getting a the 5 speed rebuilt. Not a performance oriented build, doing it solely because it's different. It was a work truck package no extras at all. So a little easier on my side. But tore out all the wiring redoing it all. ABS im using a little proportioning valve with some lines from an old s10 mod. Gonna try something with aeromotive's phantom pumps, not positive it'll work the way id like, but still gonna try it. The truck isn't anything to write home about. Body is rough, but was my first vehicle and i wanted to do something other people haven't done. Is it worth the time or cost? For most people no. For those who take pride in working with their hands and doing different things maybe.

Apr 18, 2018 | 11:23 AM

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I only did a carbed setup in my 68 for simplicity reasons in an older vehicle and didn't want to fool with all the extra wiring, computer, and tuning to go EFI. However, I'm currently considering switching it to EFI in the near future, mainly due to a rich idle that I can't get tuned out, and the new 6014 box with it's cam sensor issue is driving me nuts.

Also, after owning a few of the 99-06 trucks, I wouldn't consider swapping one to a carb. GM pretty much hit a homerun with the components for the GenIII/IV platforms as they're extremely durable and easy to maintain.