Have you thought of replacing the carb with a DGV Weber ? They've got a lot fewer parts, are a much simpler unit and are more effective ? You can get one from a Wrecker for about $50 (off a 2L Escort or Cortina). Many people here, including myself, have done this to eliminate things like the very hassles you're having. Hope this helps you out

Just fitted the DGV over the weekend... The Jet sizes are as follows:

Type Main Secondary

Idle 55 50
Fuel 127 132
Air Corr. 175 145
E Tube F66 F66
Choke 3.5 4.5

Had initial massive overfuelling probs due to bad float level, but the linkage from the stock Htachi went straight on and was the easiest part.

I'm modifying the standard air cleaner to give it the standard look...

If anyone can tell me their appraisal of the Jet sizes and any other thoughts or comments, that'd be great.

Hi Guys... I'm about to fit a 32/36 DGV to my A12 motor (at some point it will become an A14) and was wondering if anyone had hit upon the best combination of primary and secondary fuel jets and Air correction jets? The motor internals are standard By the way. I'm trying to retro fit it by retaining the standard Air Cleaner as well if that makes any difference... Thanks

Hi Guys...

I'm about to install a 5 speed into my '78 120Y (there is currently an auto in it). I know that the rear cross member MAY have to be replaced, although there is some evidence to suggest an auto x-member reversed will work.

Does someone have a plan (complete with measurements) of the crossmember I may need to fabricate ?

Many Thanks in advance !

Phillips make a set of white globes that I have on my XR2 convertible. I got them for about $50 for the pair and they are the closest thing to HID lights. You don't have to worry about upgrading the wiring, either. Hope this helps...

What are considered the best replacements for the factory rims while maintaining the same RD (Rolling Diameter) ? I know that things like spacer plates and grinding away parts of the brake caliper have been used in the past, but I've also heard terrible stories about it as well. What will bolt straight on to replace the 12" in both 13, 14 and 15" without any of the above hassles ? If anyone can provide an authoritive list, that'd be great

I shouldn't think so as you're only increasing the cubic capacity of the motor by a relatively small amount and there isn't a great deal of engineering involved... However Things may vary from State to State so the best thing is to go to your Licensing Department and get the right advice from them. Hope this helps

I've got hold of a 5 speed for my A12 120Y and just wanted to make sure I've thought of everything before making the switch. I figure this is the list of items I'll need:

Gearbox (duh!)
Clutch assembly
Clutch pedal assembly
Clutch Cable
Flywheel

I've been told the tailshaft is the same for auto's and manuals so that's fine.

Finally, if anyone had a plan/ diagram for the crossmember extension for the g'box, I'd appreciate it if you E mailed it to me:

anb008@iinet.net.au

Many Thanks in advance Guys !

Seats from an 1989 Prelude fit, as well as Stanza seats (but admittedly they're not as well sculpted. Another option is to take the 120Y seats to an upholsterer and have them rebolstered.