[MikeandCheryl]

Well i am pleased with the results of the question and the assistance from all. It's nice to know that this carb isn't another piece of the puzzle that needs to be renewed. So far lots of other things will be needed and I'm certainly not yet at the new engine/carb/running stage, but one day perhaps. My 'I can use this once i fix it' pile is pretty skinny. My 'I need a new one of these' pile is bigger. So thanks again. No idea of the gearing as yet. I haven't cut the U bolts to release either pumpkin, but it's coming.

I am trying to steer away from the higher tech advancements as well. The truck has a later model HEI installed and there are power brakes and steering, but that's about the most modern stuff i can see. It'll stay simple (like me). Just thinking of Holley, or carter, or whatever other carbs are used.

And thanks for the PM geezer#99 - I couldn't seem to reply through the message for some reason. I'll touch base with you sometime I'm sure.