Holley 0-80450 Carburetor Installation Instructions
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1. bir Ihe Lip ul of PERF Vil g CARBURETOR P N 0 80450 amp 0 80451 INSTALLATION TUNING AND ADJUSTMENT MANUAL 199R 9881 NOTE These instructions must be read and fully understood before beginning installation If this manual is not fully understood installation should not be attempted Failure to follow these instructions including the pictures may result in subsequent system failure INTRODUCTION CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Holley carburetor We feel that you have purchased the finest performance carburetor manufactured today Should you need information or parts assistance please contact our Technical Service Department at 1 270 781 9741 Monday through Friday 7 a m to 5 p m CST Please have the part number of the product you purchased on hand when you call This carburetor has been calibrated and designed as a multi purpose carburetor for General Motors passenger cars and trucks only Holley Performance Products cannot and will not be responsible for the results of a misapplication Primary design attention has been given to low end and mid range torque characteristics as well as good fuel economy and the ease of installation NOTE Not legal for street use in California on vehicles originally equipped with 2 barrel carburetors for which there was no 4 barrel option WARNING This carburetor is NOT designed for use with ANY automatic overdrive transmission If used on an automatic overdrive vehicle2. If the intake manifold was changed a manifold vacuum leak can occur at the cylinder head intake manifold mating surfaces This may be due to a damaged gasket improper gaskets or improper torquing of manifold bolts Manifold vacuum leaks may also occur from the valley side of the manifold These leaks are very difficult to detect unless a discernible whistle can be heard If the vacuum leakage cannot be remedied by tightening the manifold bolts and the carburetor flange nuts the manifold must be re installed to prevent engine damage due to lean misfire GENERAL In addition to your Holley replacement carburetor attention must be directed to correct spark plug gap and heat reange sound primary and secondary wiring correct valve lifter adjustment and to operational PCV EGR and heat riser systems These separate but important factors each affect the economy and performance of your engine An automotive system cannot perform to its maximum potential without proper maintenance and adjustment of all its components Holley Technical Support P O Box 10360 Bowling Green KY 421012 7360 Phone 1 270 781 9741 Fax 1 270 781 9772 For online help please refer to the Tech Service section of our website www holley com 199R 9881 Date 11 20 02
3. install them on your new Holley carburetor using the appropriate bracket Take the short ground lead from the unassembled parts and connect the bayonet end to the proper terminal on the Holley electric choke cap See Figure 1 CAUTION The polarity of the choke cap terminals must be observed to avoid damaging the heating element 3 4 5 Fasten the other end of the ground wire to a suitable location such as under the head of one of the screws retaining the secondary throttle diaphragm Install the carburetor mounting studs provided in the proper location on the intake manifold Place the gasket s on the manifold flange Ground Wire Attachment Choke Adjustment Notches Negative WE Mixture Ground Positive ep d Needle Terminal Terminal Figure 1 NOTE When using a dual plane intake manifold use the thick gasket if X configuration single plane manifold is installed use one thin gasket NOTE Some dual plane manifolds may require extra carburetor clearance for safe operation In these instances two thick gaskets are supplied and should be installed with the carburetor Remove the throttle cable ball and automatic transmission kickdown stud if any from the original carburetor Mount these in similar locations on the Holley throttle lever If the original throttle ball is too large a new throttle ball is provided in the unassembled parts package On Pontiac Firebird installations equipped
4. the coil or at the distributor end of the coil wire This could then ignite any fuel spilled in the engine compartment 16 As an added precaution we recommend that an inline fuel filter be installed just ahead of the carburetor inlet fitting CAUTION The use of a quality inline fuel filter such as Holley P N 162 524 or equivalent is mandatory to provide additional protection against possible flooding problems that could result from unfiltered foreign particles becoming lodged between the fuel inlet and the needle and seat Filter elements should be blown clean with compressed air every 6 000 miles and replaced every 12 000 miles 17 Attach the bayonet end of the long electrical lead to the remaining positive terminal of the choke cap The other end must be connected to an ignition activated 12 volt source WARNING Connecting the choke cap to the ignition or ignition coil could result in unacceptable choke operation poor fuel economy and possible engine misfiring since the voltage delivered to the spark plugs will be severely reduced by the drain imposed by the choke cap Suitable ignition activated 12 volt sources are most electrical relays as well as the leads to accessories such as windshield wipers DO NOT connect this wire to the original equipment O E electric choke source This may not be a 12V source 18 Start the engine and check all lines to from the carburetor for vacuum leaks Check the fuel lines and fittings for leak
5. with the 400 engine and automatic transmission it may be necessary to install the long kickdown stud nut and lock washer supplied in the package Tighten both nuts to 36 in Ibs of torque See Figure 2 Throttle Lever Install the __ original Throttle Cable Stud amp Nut here Install the i Transmission P Kick Down t me Stud here Install the Lock Washer amp Nut here Mi se a Dom Figure 2 Figure 3 7 Place the carburetor on top of the intake manifold making sure to engage the transmission kickdown stud Hand install the hold down nuts first and then progressively snug down in a criss cross pattern with a proper wrench See Figure 4 WARNING Overtightening may result in a warped or cracked carburetor throttle body The carburetor should be tightened down sufficiently to prevent vacuum leaks but not so tight as to cause damage FAST IDLE ADJUSTMENT ENGINE Figure 4 Figure 5 8 Reconnect the throttle cable and return spring On those models using a transmission kickdown cable it may be necessary to adjust the cable to get wide open throttle Do this as follows A Disengage the locking mechanism on the kickdown cable sheath B Move the throttle lever to the wide open position allowing the cable sheath to slip past the locking mechanism C Re engage the cable locking mechanism 9 Have someone operate the accelerator pedal to ensure correct travel to open and return to idle without s
6. SEVERE transmission damage WILL result This carburetor is only calibrated or certified for specific cataloged applications and must be used on square flange intake manifolds Carburetor adapters are not recommended to adapt to spread bore intake manifolds since adapters may have an adverse effect on cylinder to cylinder distribution and ultimately total engine performance MAINTENANCE WARNING Fuel system components including fuel lines and the carburetor should be inspected periodically to make sure that no fuel is leaking and that all hoses are sound Today s controlled emissions engines create higher temperatures in the engine compartment These high temperatures promote faster aging of non metallic materials Hoses that exhibit surface cracks when bent to a 180 position should be replaced The presence of liquid fuel requires regular maintenance and inspection of lines and hoses re tightening of hose fittings and the re torquing of fuel system flange nuts where applicable Tighten the Holley carburetor fuel bowl screws to 25 30 in Ibs of torque in a clockwise direction Periodically recheck the torque of the fuel bowl screws at regular maintenance intervals REMOVAL 1 Identify label and disconnect the vacuum lines to the air cleaner Labeling these connections will help ensure that they will be properly re assembled to the air cleaner after the installation of your Holley carburetor WARNING Carefully protec
7. e with a snorkel type air cleaner which provides pre heated air to the carburetor This air cleaner configuration is essential for proper choke operation especially in severely cold climates If an open element is used it may be necessary to adjust the electric choke cap two notches lean See Fig 1 to ensure complete choke come off in cold weather Pre heated air also improves fuel vaporization and combustion which will ultimately improve fuel economy and driveability Fast Idle Adjustment The fast idle speed during choke operation may need adjustment to meet the vehicle manufacturer s specifications To re set fast idle hold the throttle wide opn with the engine OFF to expose the fast idle adjusting screw below the choke cap See Fig 5 Using a 1 4 open end wrench turn the screw clockwise to increase idle speed Turn it counter clockwise to decrease idle speed NOTE Make sure that you have not turned the fast idle adjustment screw so far clockwise that the throttle will not return to curb idle with the choke off Also the screw must contact the second highest step of the plastic fast idle cam during warm up Rough Idle amp Vacuum Leaks If rough idle exists after the engine has been fully warmed up check for vacuum leaks Vacuum leaks can result from unplugged vacuum fittings a torn or improperly installed flange gasket improper torque on the throttle body to manifold nuts or improper re connection of vacuum lines
8. kewise it is often difficult to make an engine lope by richening the mixture B It is possible to adjust the idle mixture within the range of the limiter caps The mixture needles affect the delivered fuel mixture up to approximately 45 mph Fuel economy for low speed can be improved in most but not all cases by a leaner adjustment of the needle Trial and error is the best approach CAUTION Adjusting the mixture screws beyond the rich stop of the limiter cap will cause the engine to emit illegal amounts of air polluntants Adjusting them beyond the lean stops may result in engine damage due to lean misfire If the limiter caps are removed for any reason the idle mixture is best set with an exhaust gas analyzer available in most dealer garages and many independent garages The analyzer should read 2 6 CO using the following steps A With the engine at operating temperature set the idle speed to the manufacturer s specifications B Connect the exhaust gas analyzer For vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter the analyzer probe must be upstream of the catalyst C Turn both idle mixture screws clockwise rich until they lightly seat See Fig 1 Reset the idle to correct speed D Equally turn both screws counter clockwise lean in 1 4 turn increments Reset the idle to correct speed E Note the exhaust gas analyzer reading Repeat Step D until the reading is 2 6 CO Air Cleaner The choke has been designed for us
9. nifold according to the manifold manufacturer s directions Holley cannot accept responsibility for the validity of the instructions for non Holley manifolds You may want to consider the following suggestions if you are changing the manifold A Runaclean up tab into each manifold bolt hole in the cylinder heads This will remove any foreign deposits and enable even torquing of the manifold bolts Chances of manifold vacuum leaks resulting from manifold warpage will be minimized by this extra attention B Holley strongly recommends an original equipment or equivalent intake manifold gasket for your year and size engine Using a gasket for a different engine model year or certain non equivalent gaskets can lead to valley side manifold vacuum leaks Coat each side of the intake gaskets with a good silicone based sealant C Make sure that when installing the aluminum intake manifold all gaskets are exactly in place and all bolts are evenly and securely tightened This will minimize the chance of having a manifold vacuum leak and having to possibly re install the manifold See the Rough Idle and Vacuum Leaks Section INSTALLATION 1 A few GM applications with air conditioning use an idle step up solenoid to increase idle speed during compressor operation If possible remove the solenoid and its retaining nut If the solenoid is permanently fixed to the original carburetor you may want to purchase GM parts 1997416 solenoid and 7042654 nut and
10. s 19 With the engine at operating temperature set the idle speed to the manufacturer s specifications by adjusting the idle speed screw Fig 3 Consult the emission control sticker ro the manufacturer s service manual for the correct procedure for setting idle speed 20 Install the air cleaner stud from the unassembled parts package Slowly lower the hood to ensure that the stud will not contact the hood when closed Do not slam the hood the first time 21 Place the gasket on the sealing flange and install the appropriate air cleaner connect any vacuum lines to the fitting on the air cleaner It may be necessary to use an air cleaner adapter like Holley P N 17 14 to provide adequate clearance between the carburetor and the air cleaner WARNING Inadequate clearance between the throttle lever and the air control could result in uncontrolled speed GENERAL INFORMATION Idle Mixture Adjustment The idle mixture of your new Holley carburetor has been pre set at the factory to give the best idle while meeting emission requirements It should not be necessary to adjust the idle mixture screws beyond the stops of the plastic limiter caps This carburetor is equipped with a reverse idle system Screwing the idle adjustment needles IN RICHENS the mixture Backing the screws OUT LEANS the mixture This system has two peculiar characteristics A Itis frequently impossible to kill an engine by leaning the mixture Li
11. ster carburetors are not used with the Holley 4160 F Cap all fittings and vents not connected with the plugs provided 11 Connect the PCV hose to the fitting at the rear of the throttle body If the existing hose is too short a PCV hose connector and additional PCV hose are provided 12 Any requirements for fresh air may be satisfied by T ing into the choke fresh air hose using a plastic T available at most automotive parts stores 13 Reconnect the idle step up solenoid wire if used WARNING In all cases it is essential that no foreign particles enter the fuel line during installation 14 Carefully remove the protecting cloth from the end of the fuel line to the carburetor Use provided clamps if needed 15 If installation requires cutting metal fuel lines cut the fuel line with a good tube cutter This will minimize the change of producing metal chip particles If a hacksaw must be used then metal chips must be removed WARNING In all cases where the fuel line has been cut it is essential that it be clean to ensure that no metal particles enter the fuel bowl after the new carburetor installation This is performed by disconnecting the fuel line at the pump and blowing the line clean with compressed air Holley DOES NOT recommend the procedure where the coil wire is disconnected the engine cranked for a few revolutions and the fuel is collected in a container This procedure is unsafe because sparking can occur either at
12. t the open end of the fuel lines so that no foreign particles can enter Wrap the end of the fuel line with a clean lint free cloth 2 Carefully disconnect the fuel line 3 Disconnect and label all vacuum lines to the carburetor noting those lines that run from the distributor spark delay valve temperature sensing valve EGR valve fuel vapor canister and so forth Use Diagram 1 or 2 whichever applies to your original carburetor FRONT OF VEHICLE 9 Ta Diagram 1 Rochester 2GC Diagram 2 Refer to Table 1 for hose connections Refer to Table 1 for hose connections CONNECTIONS HOLLEY 4160 Choke Fresh Air Hose Diagram 3 Refer to Table 1 for hose connections CARBURETOR HOSE CONNECTIONS Carburetor Feature Port Hose Number Fuel Inlet 1 Ported EGR Signal 2 Full Vacuum Spark Signal 3a Timed Spark Signal 3b Canister Purge 4 PCV 5 Carburetor Bowl Vent 6 Full Vacuum Sources Ta 7b Choke Hoses 8 and 9 The diagrams of original equipment carburetors represent a consolidation of many applications into a single view Your particular carburetor may not have all of the features shown Table 1 4 Disconnect the PCV hose and power brake hose 5 Disconnect the choke rod if used 6 Disconnect and remove the throttle linkage and automatic transmission kickdown linkage SAVE ALL RETAINING CLIPS 7 Unbolt and remove the carburetor NOTE If the intake manifold is to be changed at this time install the new ma
13. ticking On some installations that are originally equipped with a two barrel carburetor it might be necessary to obtain a four barrel throttle cable mounting bracket to provide proper linkage operation On installations having a kickdown actuating switch on the passenger s side of the firewall adjust according to the manufacturer s service manual 10 Reconnect the vacuum hoses to the appropriate fittings according to Diagram 1 For example connect the hose marked 2 on the Rochester 2GC and Rochester Quadro Jet to the port marked 2 on the Holley 4160 using the EGR line adapter supplied in the unassembled parts if necessary A For proper EGR valve operation it is necessary to connect the ported EGR signal marked 2 On Rochester Quadra Jet Diagram 1 to the port marked on the Holley 4160 Diagram 3 B On Rochester 2GC applications the PCV connection is into the manifold therefore it does not appear in Diagram 1 You must connect the PCV to port 5 on the Holley 4160 C On applications using a carburetor bowl vent connect the vent hose to fitting 6 on the Holley 4160 Otherwise the fitting must be capped using the plug provided D The full manifold vacuum sources 7a and 7b provide vacuum for operation of the air cleaner transmission and accessories Use the plastic T provided to supply vacuum where needed Additional T s may be purchased at most automotive supply stores E Choke hoses 8 and 9 on Roche
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