Marvel carb parts?

[Glenn Thoreson]

Do any of you know where I can obtain parts for the Marvel carb? I am especially interested in the needle and seat. I like the way these carbs perform and would like to be able to overhaul mine when the time comes.

[Joe K]

Sadly, parts are limited. Fortunately the carbs in the barn fresh state are not. Ebay usually has at least 5 for sale at any time, sometimes at ridiculously low prices.

At the flea markets you can do even better. I paid $3 for one of mine (with driver.)

As far as aftermarket, I think Renners Corner is the only source of parts - and they're not bashful on pricing.

But what price success - or your satisfaction?

See http://www.rennerscorner.com/carburetor.html, 4th entry from the bottom. Pix below.

[Glenn Thoreson]

Thanks for the info. Yeah, 56 bucks and no float valve, i.e. needle and seat. I hesitate to tell this tidbit of shade tree knowledge, but I have been "reconditioning" my poor old needle valve on the mini lathe when needed. It works pretty well and lasts quite a long time. Maybe as long as some replacement parts. Some day I'll have to acquire a new one, though. I ran across someone while surfing the net who custom machines carb parts like this but I didn't write down the info. He sells at large swap meets. Probably back east.

[Bill Stipe]

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Glenn I make double ball needle and seats for them if you want to call me my number is 920-467-2895--Bill