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buzz · 09-06-2015, 08:16 PM

I know of the tillotson X but there a tillotson carb that looks simular to the zenith carb any idea were I can get gasket sets or info on them plus any idea if these are better then a zenith or the X carb
Plus will the zenith gasket sets interchange

Ron in Quincy · 09-06-2015, 09:10 PM

Buss,

The carb you are talking about is a F1B, the only thing, I believe, that is available is the gasket set; Smith and Jones Antique Auto Parts, 1-800-422-1928.
The carb runs good if you clean all the passages; as a example, there is a seal on the mounting bolt that holds the two halves together, the reason is, the gas is around this bolt and there are two small passage-ways for gas in the lower housing above the bolt head. The F1B is also made of a ferious metal and sometimes you have to install heli-coils when the mounting bolts to intake manifold strip out.
If you plan on rebuilding be sure you have all the jets, if not, look for a spare for parts.

I can send you a article that shows all the passage-ways.

Frankly I think you would be better with a original Zenith or Holley as all parts are available, they re cast iron and most are very re-buildable.

Send me a PM if you want the F1B article.

Ron

31 Vicky · 09-06-2015, 09:35 PM

I believe you mean non ferious, basis for some Tillotson issues.

A's Always
Dave

barnstuf · 09-07-2015, 12:13 PM

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When I acquired my 1930 Coupe it had a Tillotson F1-B, and when I acquired my 1929 Phaeton it also had one. Both were trouble free for about 55 years on the Coupe and about 40+ years on the Phaeton, always gave 23 -25 mpg. Switched to Zenith on both cars only because of authenticity in showing the cars, no other reason. I have the carbs and sometimes think about putting them back on.

09-06-2015, 08:16 PM	#1
buzz Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: sparks nv Posts: 53	Tillotson carburetor ? I know of the tillotson X but there a tillotson carb that looks simular to the zenith carb any idea were I can get gasket sets or info on them plus any idea if these are better then a zenith or the X carb Plus will the zenith gasket sets interchange

09-06-2015, 09:10 PM	#2
Ron in Quincy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Quincy, CA. Posts: 1,708	Re: Tillotson carburetor ? Buss, The carb you are talking about is a F1B, the only thing, I believe, that is available is the gasket set; Smith and Jones Antique Auto Parts, 1-800-422-1928. The carb runs good if you clean all the passages; as a example, there is a seal on the mounting bolt that holds the two halves together, the reason is, the gas is around this bolt and there are two small passage-ways for gas in the lower housing above the bolt head. The F1B is also made of a ferious metal and sometimes you have to install heli-coils when the mounting bolts to intake manifold strip out. If you plan on rebuilding be sure you have all the jets, if not, look for a spare for parts. I can send you a article that shows all the passage-ways. Frankly I think you would be better with a original Zenith or Holley as all parts are available, they re cast iron and most are very re-buildable. Send me a PM if you want the F1B article. Ron

09-06-2015, 09:35 PM	#3
31 Vicky Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 106	Re: Tillotson carburetor ? I believe you mean non ferious, basis for some Tillotson issues. A's Always Dave

09-07-2015, 12:13 PM	#4
barnstuf Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cape Cod MA Posts: 2,840	Re: Tillotson carburetor ? Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) When I acquired my 1930 Coupe it had a Tillotson F1-B, and when I acquired my 1929 Phaeton it also had one. Both were trouble free for about 55 years on the Coupe and about 40+ years on the Phaeton, always gave 23 -25 mpg. Switched to Zenith on both cars only because of authenticity in showing the cars, no other reason. I have the carbs and sometimes think about putting them back on.