It is already 36’ C (97’ F), today, but will be about 27 C tomorrow. In a couple of weeks we will be about 43’ C for a couple of months.
I have to work this Saturday, as well – so I know.
After a quick Google search, I did not find any brass floats available out there, that would fit a Holley 2280.
- The Standard 1420B carburetor kit is a good kit, to use.
- Always replace the fuel filter when cleaning a carburetor (unless recently done), with a quality filter.
- Test your choke pull off. If it fails, replace it. If existing one holds vacuum, then reuse old one (more about this later). If needed: either Standard CPA314 or Airtex/Wells 1C1165
- If Ethanol is being used – always replace the plastic float. Standard FL26. One can always test a float (once removed) by placing the bare float in water. It should stay well above the water line. If it sinks or sits low in water line, then it’s a goner. For cost of a float and availability of them there, I would definitely get one.
- Not directly related to carburetor – but I highly recommend getting the Choke Thermostat (either Standard CV189 or Airtex/Wells 2C1117). After 20+ years, the bimetallic spring on those get rusty, preventing them from working correctly.
To perform repairs, you will need plenty of work space. A desk or table is fine. I recommend placing scrap cardboard down on top of your work space. Cardboard protects your work table/desk as well as your carburetor.
A Factory Service Manual (FSM) in book form or digital format. This one would be good (or one like it)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mopar-NOS-Service-Manuals-79-Chrys-Plymouth-Dodge-/8040458355?hash=item1df3fa873:m:mkqMazGQbe8hJyBu0CJNCcQ&vxp=mtr
Carburetor cleaner. Spray cans as well as to dip parts in. A 2-bbl sometimes can fit into a 1 gallon (3L) can of cleaner. 4-bbls will only fit into a 5 gallon can (18L) – but overkill in this case. Most cans come with a metal dip tray inside (which is handy).
Two pair of heavy rubber gloves (or similar material). Carburetor cleaner will eat through just about any material, if exposed to it long enough.
A large container full of hot/warm water to rinse after dipping parts, into. This container is not to be used for anything important afterward (like for food storage, etc.). A 5 gallon bucket works great.
A good set of drill bits. Not for drilling – but for measuring. I would get out the factory Service Manual (FSM) and look at what measurements one needs to make sure you have that “measuring device” available. An example is drill bit of 3.5mm in diameter for measurement “A”, for example.
Clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty/smelly. Carburetor cleaner has an odor that is hard to get rid of.
Carburetor cleaner will soak into the skin, and will make skin tingle – so less exposure to it, is better – but it won’t hurt most people. I have no problem not using gloves – but wife won’t let me back into the house for a few days afterwards – so you can choose.
Taking your time and make sure that all of the adjustments/measurements are spot on – is key to success. A rushed job or skipping steps will most likely leave you where you were to begin with.
BudW