Looking for Help fixing Redline Weber 40 IDF Carbs in NW Florida

[sjmcbride]

Hey guys, I had posted about this before, but I'm looking to hire someone with expertise with these carburetors. I'm located in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida 32459 in the Panhandle.

Anyone know of any mechanics or hobbyists in the panhandle that have experience with these carbs?

It is for my 73 type 2 bus with a 76 type 4 engine with automatic transmission.

I appreciate any contacts/referrals/recommendations on it.

My cell is 4805405570 if you want to reach out that way.

Also, my apologies if this is the wrong way to post this type of request on here!

[67rustavenger]

What is the issue you are having with your Redline Weber carbs?
They are pretty simple carbs to work with.

If they need rebuilding, Rick Hunt (mcdragracer) is the guy I'd send carbs to if they needed help beyond my capabilities.
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[SGKent]

not trying to be an ass about things but if you ignore answers in the other thread you started on the same subject because you don't like the answers, all it will do is cause people here to ignore you. It is normal to want someone who knows how to work on these to help you, but we are limited in number and spread out thinly across the USA. Below is the same answer given last time. Considering no one else has posted an offer to help, or where a buddy is near there, it may be that no one has a better answer. There was a guy in Pensacola a couple years back who could not find anyone to help him other than paying Colin for his time. Maybe you can do remote learning sessions with Robbie, and he can help walk you thru it. A VW bus is a journey and not a destination. Or get a good Weber book like I did years ago when I needed to learn them, and study it because it will have the answers you need. There are just no shortcuts when it comes to working on these 40 - 50 year old engines. Most modern mechanics are not trained in them, any more than I am trained in maintaining a 1932 Buick. Each mechanic typically learns the cars of his / her era, and most but not all of the mechanics from the 70's and 80's are either retired out, drooling, or dead. You can also look into VW clubs in the Panhandle or Southern GA, Mobile AL area. Colin is $400 for a half day and $800 a full day if he is still in FL. He may already have left. Robbie is https://www.patreon.com/airschooled

[sjmcbride]

Thanks SGKent!

I contacted Robbie and Colin.

I also reached out to a local vw group and found a guy in Pensacola (about 2 hours away) who might be able to help but he is busy for a few weeks.

Hopefully, between those options one will work out and I can get this thing in working order.

Thanks again for your suggestions!

[SGKent]