thanks; I'll try this approach first and than go back to raid someone's spares
if it
doesn't work. I'm still surprised that none of the auto parts places had them.
mark noakes
On Mon, 13 Oct 2003 16:47:41 -0700, "K. M. Lehmann" wrote:
>
> Hi Mark
> I have been using small stainless screws. It's been a while since I bought
> any, but I believe I found them at Lowes. I also use Locktite instead of
> upsetting the ends. The other nice thing is these screws have phillips
> heads.
> Lee
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <mark@noakes.com>
> To: <napco4x4@yahoogroups.com>; <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
> Sent: Monday, October 13, 2003 2:13 PM
> Subject: [oletrucks] carb choke screws
>
>
> > I'm working thru my Rochester 2-bbl restoration and had to take the choke
> plate and
> > shaft out. It is held in with 2 small brass screws, staked in place, and
> of course I
> > damaged one getting it out.
> >
> > I was surprised to find that none of the parts places in town carry these,
> and the
> > rebuild kit that I got from one of the old truck mail order vendors
> doesn't include them.
> >
> > Where can I get these small brass screws?
> >
> > Most small screws general use screws that I might find at a hardware store
> would
> > probably be too soft.
> >
> > I don't really have a tool to restake these in place; is there anything
> else I can do to
> > hold them in? Is there a Loctite that will do the job? The last thing I
> want is to
> > have one vibrate loose and head down the engine.
> >
> > Any suggestions would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Mark Noakes
> > oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
> oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
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