I have a 69 convertible with a 250ci currently and I just want to know for sure what would be a correct or suitable carb for it. It had came with a motorcraft carb but despite model numbers I cannot identify what kind it is so I just want to buy the correct carb and get the running properly so if anyone can give a good idea of I should use I am all ears. People say the autolite 1100 is a great carb but those came with 160 and 200's. The 250 sits a bit high so I need something that is not going to pose a hood clearance issue, I do have the proper air cleaner.
carbuartor advice : 1969 with a 250ci
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Hi,
Originally your car would have come with an Autolite 1101 carburetor which is a direct relative to the Autolite 1100 (they look the same and share a ton of parts including using the same reman kit).
So if that's what you have hang onto it. Do you have a way to post a picture of your current carb?So I can help you I.D. it. I am very knowledgeable on the Ford carbs and I'll help you in any way I can. As far as installing an 1100 onto your motor it can be done,I'm pretty sure you have to switch or modify your spacer(I can get more info on that).
Originally your car would have come with an Autolite 1101 carburetor which is a direct relative to the Autolite 1100 (they look the same and share a ton of parts including using the same reman kit).
So if that's what you have hang onto it. Do you have a way to post a picture of your current carb?So I can help you I.D. it. I am very knowledgeable on the Ford carbs and I'll help you in any way I can. As far as installing an 1100 onto your motor it can be done,I'm pretty sure you have to switch or modify your spacer(I can get more info on that).
ponyboy, this person on ebay is selling the exact one I got with the motor. Here is the link : eBay - New & used electronics, cars, apparel, collectibles, sporting goods & more at low prices
Hey Stang69, The carb you have is a service replacement carb that was introduced in 1970.It is called a Motorcraft 1940.
That said if yours is in good working/rebuildable order ,you might consider going with it,they aren't the best carb in the world but it can be made to work,it fits with no hood clearance issues,uses the stock air cleaner,throttle linkage,etc. I have one on one of my cars currently and it runs fine.
As I said the 1101 would have been correct for your car,but you could get by with the 1940 or an Autolite 1100. 1101's can be a bit tricky to find. Another thought .Not knowing your future plans for the car?I know of guys who are running Ford autolite 2100's( 2bbl v8 carbs) on their 170's,200's,and 250's. This requires a spacer and such but it's a thought for an engine as large as the 250 especially if you were looking to mod it a bit.
A site I like for the early inline stuff is: Ford Six Performance Home/Index
Good luck.
That said if yours is in good working/rebuildable order ,you might consider going with it,they aren't the best carb in the world but it can be made to work,it fits with no hood clearance issues,uses the stock air cleaner,throttle linkage,etc. I have one on one of my cars currently and it runs fine.
As I said the 1101 would have been correct for your car,but you could get by with the 1940 or an Autolite 1100. 1101's can be a bit tricky to find. Another thought .Not knowing your future plans for the car?I know of guys who are running Ford autolite 2100's( 2bbl v8 carbs) on their 170's,200's,and 250's. This requires a spacer and such but it's a thought for an engine as large as the 250 especially if you were looking to mod it a bit.
A site I like for the early inline stuff is: Ford Six Performance Home/Index
Good luck.