I'd like to know if anyone has converted a 1956 Teapot carb to an electric choke, and if so, how was it accomplished? Maybe a conversion kit was offered at one time?

Thanks so much

Jim

I took an autolite spring, reversed it in the electric housing, and reformed the hooked part that engages with the piston lever assembly.  The reforming is risky, as the spring end can break.  And it cannot be heated to ease the forming.  It would be a good idea to have a backup in case. 

Thanks

Jim

The cap for hot air inlet was a standard fitting used on Autolite and Holley chokes, with the end soldered closed.  But make sure it is the correct thread, as it isnt available at the hardware store.  I blocked the same inlet on a 4100 yesterday, by simply cutting a round piece of cork and putting it in the bottom of the brass fitting, then tightening the fitting.

  Removing the spring from the electric choke is slightly tricky, as it is wedged into the center metal piece tightly.  It was distorted a little during the process, probably could have been put to use again, but went with a nice clean spring instead.

You end up with one minor inconvenience.  The "Lean" adjustment is now in the opposite direction of the arrow.  Choke linkage adjustments remain unchanged.

I think I can put up with that little bit of inconvenience, re the "lean" direction.

Thanks again

Jim

Regards

Jim