RAP260 Posted June 23, 2015 Posted June 23, 2015 Hi all , A question posted by Oldmates260 has prompted me to enquire about available SU rebuilding services in Australia. I'm looking for info from anyone who has used an Australian company to rebuild/restore their SU's. While Z Therapy is very appealing , the Australian dollar makes it a very expensive exercise. Midel Pty appear in searches , but has anyone used them for their zed ? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Cheers , Robert Quote
1600dave Posted June 23, 2015 Posted June 23, 2015 http://www.carburettorservice.com.au/ I've had work done on SU's there (re-bushing the throttle shafts), great service and quite cheap. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 23, 2015 Administrators Posted June 23, 2015 http://www.carburettorservice.com.au/ I've had work done on SU's there (re-bushing the throttle shafts), great service and quite cheap. Right near me, thanks! Quote
Clockwork Posted June 23, 2015 Posted June 23, 2015 I think this is the guy who has been recommended to me by a number or people as being a very good su rebuilder/tuner. Not sure on prices. Only 2 mechanics mentioned to me in Tassie as being such gurus and I'm pretty sure this is one (claims of being able to just plug carbs back on and require no tuning from a couple of people). http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/invermay/automotive/pro-carb-tasmania/1005355966 https://m.facebook.com/pages/Pro-Carb-Tasmania/255282818003372 Quote
andyk_79 Posted June 23, 2015 Posted June 23, 2015 I've also had CSC recommended to me as the duck's nuts when it comes to tuning/servicing carbies. Quote
Clockwork Posted June 24, 2015 Posted June 24, 2015 The one I mentioned your looking at anywhere up to about $280 per carb depending on what's wrong (butterflies/shafts/kit only). Also has stopped getting them set for the car, too much work for the price. Quote
RAP260 Posted June 24, 2015 Author Posted June 24, 2015 The one I mentioned your looking at anywhere up to about $280 per carb depending on what's wrong (butterflies/shafts/kit only). Also has stopped getting them set for the car, too much work for the price. Was checking out his Facebook page , nice work , impressed. Fair price. Any connection with Pro-carb Australia ? Quote
Clockwork Posted June 24, 2015 Posted June 24, 2015 Ah not to my knowledge. He was great to deal with earlier when I rang him. Very helpful for my own su questions. For needle issues I still think the wogsrus post with the google doc is the best ('help identify my/these carbs' thread) Quote
Zedstar Posted June 24, 2015 Posted June 24, 2015 I did a fair bit of research and went with the Z Therapy fully manufactured SU's which includes the roller bearing throttle shafts. Apart from looking great ,combined with some headwork I am extremely satisfied with the end result. Cost is definately a factor ,but at the end of day I wasn't going to save much locally and was intent on the best possible outcome. Quote
RAP260 Posted June 25, 2015 Author Posted June 25, 2015 Hey Ozzi , Firstly , That engine bay looks absolutely fantastic , nice work. Did you just get the carbs done ? , or did you get the intake and heat sheild done as well ? Quote
Riceburner Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 What's the size of the SU throttle shaft? I have needle roller bearings on my FCR's that have a seal on the outer edge to stop air leaks. Perhaps they could be a drop in replacement. I can measure them if anyone wants. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 25, 2015 Administrators Posted June 25, 2015 What's the size of the SU throttle shaft? I have needle roller bearings on my FCR's that have a seal on the outer edge to stop air leaks. Perhaps they could be a drop in replacement. I can measure them if anyone wants. Please do, I want to do this mod. Quote
MATTY Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 Hey mate give Bob at CF performance a call here in Toowoomba - (07) 4633 3400 He did some work on my carbies (replacing parts and jets) and tuned them so he might be worth a shot Cheer Matty Quote
RAP260 Posted June 25, 2015 Author Posted June 25, 2015 I stumbled on this a while ago. I assume a similar process would be required to install you're own bearings. http://www.chicagolandmgclub.com/driveline00/1001/jasw.html Hey Matt , didn't realise there was anyone locally who would be interested in SU's. Cheers. Quote
MATTY Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 Hey Matt , didn't realise there was anyone locally who would be interested in SU's. Cheers. yeah he should be able to play with the SU's but like i said he had done my dellortos and has tuned my mates weber on his Moke too. but doesnt hurt to give him a call and find out Quote
Riceburner Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 5/16th I.D. Is 8mm which is the same shaft size as the FCR needle rollers. I'll take some pictures, get part numbers and measurements tonight. Quote
RAP260 Posted June 25, 2015 Author Posted June 25, 2015 5/16th I.D. Is 8mm which is the same shaft size as the FCR needle rollers. I'll take some pictures, get part numbers and measurements tonight. Unfortunately I can't provide any accurate measurements. This is the best I could do. I get about 10mm OD. Quote
Zedstar Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 Did you just get the carbs done ? , or did you get the intake and heat sheild done as well ? Thanks . No I did the intake manifold and heat shield with a Dremel and then plenty of Autosol. Had the rocker and timing covers professionally polished , thermatstat housing and headers HPC coated. Many other pieces where either gold zinc coated or chromed. Quote
Riceburner Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 Ok so the SU shaft is 10mm then. Perhaps the SU size will be the next bearing up in this range? I purchased spares for my setup through SKF bearings. Specs are: I.D 8mm O.D 12mm Length 9.89mm They have about ten needle rollers and the pinkish bit is the shaft seal. It's only on one side of the bearing. Quote
Administrators gav240z Posted June 25, 2015 Administrators Posted June 25, 2015 Just adding a link here to a previous topic where we discussed some of this stuff. http://www.viczcar.com/forum/index.php/topic,15508.0.html Quote
Riceburner Posted June 25, 2015 Posted June 25, 2015 The seal is not very substantial, so I'm not sure if it will be good enough for the SU's. The FCR throttle shaft is at the top of the carb. They can be tuned with the carb body top removed without drawing air in and running crap. Perhaps an extra felt seal fitted before the roller bearing is pressed in for extra insurance? Quote
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