Super 97

[HELENT]

What do you barn people think of speedway super 97s carbs

[Modelacrazyq]

Haven't tried one, but have seen lots of negative writings on them. Seems they are made overseas, and the base is cast aluminum, not iron like the originals.

[JM 35 Sedan]

I also read lots of negative posts and written reports on these "9 Super 7's" as they are called. Now that was 2-3 years ago. Maybe the problems with these carburetors have been corrected by now, but don't really know for sure. I did talk to Speedy Bill in person a couple years ago at Hershey and he denied ever having any problems whatsoever (no one ever likes to admit their baby is ugly) with these and he said, at that time, they were flying off the shelf as fast as he could get them in from China.

[HELENT]

I have two of his carbs running no problems but cannot run air cleaner to rich with 43 jets

[joe plumber]

I was at Speedway Motors last weekend .According to the counter people the carbs are selling like hot cakes .There were a few problems when they first came out ,just like anything thats new . I'm going to purchase a pair when I get finished with a few of my other projects .

[no6]

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I'm running a pair on a tall Weiand, if the car sets several days you have to pump it to get it started (no chokes) but once it starts it will keep starting right up. It's on a Merc flathead and they are a little over a year old. When I got them I had to tighten a few things up but other than that I have no complaints. I just bought 4 more for my Hemi.

[uncle max]

Nine out of ten Chinese hotrodders can't be wrong.

[joe plumber]

Originally Posted by uncle max

Nine out of ten Chinese hotrodders can't be wrong.

Sticks and stones

[uncle max]

Good luck when the throttleplates dig into the soft aluminum bores and stick, or worse, go past center. You'll be in for a wild ride in your rickshaw. Of course, if safety is not an issue and only 2nd best will do, go for it.

Originally Posted by joe plumber

Sticks and stones

[mtflat]

Originally Posted by joe plumber

I was at Speedway Motors last weekend .According to the counter people the carbs are selling like hot cakes .There were a few problems when they first came out ,just like anything thats new . I'm going to purchase a pair when I get finished with a few of my other projects .

Not poking you with a stick Joe, but that's kinda like your buddy asking you, "My girlfriend's pretty isn't she?"

What do you expect Speedway's salesmen to say? What I'd rather hear is how many have come back.....

Just playin' devil's advocate.

[joe plumber]

Originally Posted by uncle max

Good luck when the throttleplates dig into the soft aluminum bores and stick, or worse, go past center. You'll be in for a wild ride in your rickshaw. Of course, if safety is not an issue and only 2nd best will do, go for it.

If we all assumed what "if "and "when "The world would be a terrible place and we would all still be living in the Stone Age ."If" my aunt would have had testicles ,she would have been my uncle .

[joe plumber]

Originally Posted by mtflat

Not poking you with a stick Joe, but that's kinda like your buddy asking you, "My girlfriend's pretty isn't she?"

What do you expect Speedway's salesmen to say? What I'd rather hear is how many have come back.....

Just playin' devil's advocate.

Hey ,I am just telling you what they said and they did say that there were some problems ,as I stated. Also if my buddy asked me about his girlfriend ,I would tell him the truth.Afterall the guy is my buddy .

[JM 35 Sedan]

Originally Posted by uncle max

Nine out of ten Chinese hotrodders can't be wrong.

LOL Max
I actually met a Chinese antique car collector at one of the hotels we stayed at on our way home from Lake Tahoe in June. For all I know he could have been into hotrods as well. He was fascinated with all of our early Ford V-8's. I tried to sign him up for membership in the EFV-8C/A. True story. I even helped him fill out the application for a one year free membership.

[joe plumber]

Originally Posted by JM 35 Sedan

LOL Max
I actually met a Chinese antique car collector at one of the hotels we stay at on our way home from Lake Tahoe in June. For all I know he could have been into hotrods as well. He was fascinated with all of our early Ford V-8's. I tried to sign him up for membership in the EFV-8C/A.

One down and only eight more to go .They gotta be out there .LOL.I am amazed.I posted one statement and you would think I committed a major crime,what the hell.Some people need to get a life .

[flatmotor40]

Ive had Super97 for 4yrs and had no problems except this crappy gas that the gov has stuffed down our mouth.But for a $1 more you can get no corn go figure make more money oil company.But the 97's do run fine and all the rechrome you buy for your car along with a lot of other stuff is Tawain

[bluardun]

Helent: Your question was what people think about the "Speedway 97 carbs". We recently replaced the old worn out orig. 97 on my sons' '32. We concidered the price, service, and quaility of several "97" venders. We decided to purchase one from Uncle Max. I have never been more pleased with a carb. service, and advice. We took it out of the well packed box and bolted it on. Started right up. No leaks, drips, or problems. Money well spent. The man is a real gentleman. Both he and his carbs. are an asset to our hobby.
Thanks
Bill Herbert

[Brendan]

Originally Posted by JM 35 Sedan

LOL Max
I actually met a Chinese antique car collector at one of the hotels we stayed at on our way home from Lake Tahoe in June. For all I know he could have been into hotrods as well. He was fascinated with all of our early Ford V-8's. I tried to sign him up for membership in the EFV-8C/A. True story. I even helped him fill out the application for a one year free membership.

I wonder if he has a brand new V8 Ford made with Chinese parts...LOL

[JM 35 Sedan]

I am very happy with the rebuilt original Stromberg 97's, 48's and 81's that I have on my cars. "IF" I ever buy a new carburetor for any of my old Fords it would definitely NOT be the 9 super 7 from Speedway. I would go the extra dollars for the Stromberg 97 made in England and I would definitely get it from Uncle Max. He takes good care of his customers. I know this from personal experience, not just echoing what others are saying.

[gmc1941]

JM 35 Sedan, X2. Uncle Max is the Guru and the best. He stands by the best warranty and gives fast service.

[gkgeiger]

I'm patiently waiting for my new 97's from Max. No big hurry though, the intake hasn't arrived and I'm getting a new knee in a couple weeks. I gave this carb. thing a lot of thought and decided Max was the man.

[Krylon32]

Buy the real new 97s not a place to cut corners, you get what you pay for.

[Roger/Sacramento]

We spend a lot of money and put in many hours in our cars so why mess around with a cheaper product. I like to save where I can but, I prefer rebuilding original 97's to save some money. Besides it is fun to do the work.

[rotorwrench]

Some company always comes up with a cheeper product when sales are high on that type of product. It reminds me of the Tillotson carbs for the model As. They work OK till they get warped out of shape. You truely do get what you pay for and for those that eventually whine I have this really small violin I'll play for you.

[joe plumber]

I don't have any problems with either carb..The carbs in question are both made overseas .Is one better than the other ,I don't have the facts or data to form an opinion , only hear say . I like the looks of both carbs..I am sure both have had their shares of problems,as does any new product . There are two side to every story. Just because I said I was going to purchase the 9 super 7's ,alot of snide remarks were made about me not caring about safety and other things ,nothing could be further from the truth .I don't support any vendor or product or critize any person or product .Take care .

[Pete]

Originally Posted by HELENT

What do you barn people think of speedway super 97s carbs

Second hand oats.

[flatmotor40]

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Not to bash either but as I said I have 2 Super97 and no problems no

[epw1949]

9SUPER7 CARBS CHINA . I really do not no anything good or bad about these carbs,but only would try one if max went out of business.Uncle Max,has been one of the best business dealing I have had, in the antique car hobby. The frist carb I sent to Max was a stromberg 40,Max rebuilt it,sent it back,I put it on with no adjustments,and have driven it 1700 miles with no problems.I sent Max two stromberg 97's, Max rebuilt them and sent them to my engine rebuilder,Walt Dupont,Walt put them on and one of the float pins leaked.Walt called Max,he told Walt how to cure it,or send the carb back,because his work is guarantee.Now the best part of this book I am writing, is the trust that Uncle Max put in me,Max,never sent his bill for almost two weeks after I and Walt received the carbs, and I respect him for that,in this day in age.

[HELENT]

Ok i took off my speed way 97's bought a new set of strombergs. Not one bit of difference still runs rich. Looks like i threw way $1100.00 for nothing.

[rotorwrench]

In order to help troubleshoot, folks here on the barn would need to know what year model and engine size you are running. Different engines need different jets. Choke types and air filter systems can also have an effect. Jet wrenches are available if a person wants to start changing. The cast iron base 97 will hold up a lot better to the continued torquing of carb base hardware than the aluminum base types will but a brand new carb should be pretty straight.

[JM 35 Sedan]

Originally Posted by HELENT

Ok i took off my speed way 97's bought a new set of strombergs. Not one bit of difference still runs rich. Looks like i threw way $1100.00 for nothing.

Not sure how you managed to spend that much for two new Stromberg 97's. If you put two on right out of the box they are probably not jetted correctly for a 2x2 setup. As was already mentioned, all the details on your engine would be good to know to figure out what may be wrong. Also, with several others here who are planning to purchase 9 super 7's anyway, perhaps you could work a deal with them to buy the ones you have now to recoupe some of your money.

[uncle max]

Probably a little late, but I offer pretty nice discounts, along with jet changes and discounted shipping to Fordbarners!

Originally Posted by HELENT

Ok i took off my speed way 97's bought a new set of strombergs. Not one bit of difference still runs rich. Looks like i threw way $1100.00 for nothing.

[lonewolf]

helent you sound like a person that picks things up and puts them down.

speedway carbs are junk..

sounds like you needs someone who nows what they are doing set your carbs up. get ahold of uncle max give him your engine details and he can get you in the ballpark

[Model A Bill]

Originally Posted by uncle max

Probably a little late, but I offer pretty nice discounts, along with jet changes and discounted shipping to Fordbarners!

I got mine from "Uncle Max" price was way cheaper then advertised elsewhere.I had then within a few days

Bill

[JWL]

If the new carbs have stock jetting they should be close enough so that only slight refinement will be required. If the engine "runs rich" how is that being determined? Are you seeing black smoke from exhaust system? Is everything else about the engine set up correctly? Especially the ignition.

[Bobs32]

Originally Posted by uncle max

Nine out of ten Chinese hotrodders can't be wrong.

Max you are off the hook funny !!