332 FE carb recommendation
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332 FE carb recommendation
Hey folks,
Just picked up a '59 Galaxie (332) which is missing the carb… was the 332 the same in cars and trucks? If so, figured I'd ask here before seeking out another forum to join.
Any insight as to what (2 bbl) carb came on this motor originally, and what my best option would be to buy now? Don't know the condition (yet) of the rest of the engine, so trying to get something cheap to see if I can even get it to run.
Thanks in advance!
Just picked up a '59 Galaxie (332) which is missing the carb… was the 332 the same in cars and trucks? If so, figured I'd ask here before seeking out another forum to join.
Any insight as to what (2 bbl) carb came on this motor originally, and what my best option would be to buy now? Don't know the condition (yet) of the rest of the engine, so trying to get something cheap to see if I can even get it to run.
Thanks in advance!
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There was a Lincoln Y-block 332 in larger trucks in that era. So not the same as the FE.
I am pretty sure the Autolite 2100 would have been the carb for your Galaxie.
That carb, in several sizes, was used on everything that had a 2bbl from '58 to maybe '74 when the very similar 2150 replaced it. (best I can tell on the years from looking at rebuild kits)
So really either one will bolt up to your engine. The 2150 may have a few differences but when adjusted properly should run fine.
There were billions of these served, so you can probably find one fairly easy.
https://www.ebay.com/b/Ford-Carburet...50/bn_71604251
I am pretty sure the Autolite 2100 would have been the carb for your Galaxie.
That carb, in several sizes, was used on everything that had a 2bbl from '58 to maybe '74 when the very similar 2150 replaced it. (best I can tell on the years from looking at rebuild kits)
So really either one will bolt up to your engine. The 2150 may have a few differences but when adjusted properly should run fine.
There were billions of these served, so you can probably find one fairly easy.
https://www.ebay.com/b/Ford-Carburet...50/bn_71604251
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Your other good option, if you don't want to do the 2100/2150 is a Holley 2300. Personally, I consider the 2100/4100 Family of carburetors to be the best "stock" carburetors that were ever used, as they're dirt simple, easy to rebuild, and easy to tune. But There's nothing wrong with the Holley, if you want to buy something "new" as opposed to rebuilt or used.
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Your other good option, if you don't want to do the 2100/2150 is a Holley 2300. Personally, I consider the 2100/4100 Family of carburetors to be the best "stock" carburetors that were ever used, as they're dirt simple, easy to rebuild, and easy to tune. But There's nothing wrong with the Holley, if you want to buy something "new" as opposed to rebuilt or used.
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