Hygrade 229B Carburetor Repair Kit

Hygrade 229B Carburetor Repair Kit for OE-Style Service

Hygrade 229B is a direct-fit carburetor repair kit for select Chevrolet carburetor applications. It is built with quality materials for demanding underhood conditions and includes an instruction sheet to support service work on the correct Carter WCFB setup.

Key Features

• Direct-fit OE replacement carburetor repair kit
• Includes instruction sheet
• Built with materials suited for extreme operating conditions
• Tested for reliability during manufacturing
• Fits select 1956-1965 Chevrolet Bel Air, Corvette, Impala, and 1964-1965 Malibu applications with Carter WCFB carburetors

Application Details

This Hygrade 229B kit is intended for Chevrolet carburetor service where the original setup uses a Carter WCFB carburetor and does not use an aluminum carburetor. It is a practical choice for restoring fuel metering and drivability on classic Chevrolet Bel Air, Corvette, Impala, and Malibu models. This part cross-references Continental 5008 for the same application.

• Fits 1956-1965 Chevrolet Bel Air, N/A, w/o Aluminum Carb.; w/ Carter Carb.; WCFB; 2656-2658, 2669, 2816-2818, 3059-3061, 3190-3191, 3489, 3500-3501, 3575, 3696-3697
• Fits 1956-1965 Chevrolet Corvette, N/A, w/o Aluminum Carb.; w/ Carter Carb.; WCFB; 2656-2658, 2669, 2816-2818, 3059-3061, 3190-3191, 3489, 3500-3501, 3575, 3696-3697
• Fits 1958-1965 Chevrolet Impala, N/A, w/o Aluminum Carb.; w/ Carter Carb.; WCFB; 2656-2658, 2669, 2816-2818, 3059-3061, 3190-3191, 3489, 3500-3501, 3575, 3696-3697
• Fits 1964-1965 Chevrolet Malibu, N/A, w/o Aluminum Carb.; w/ Carter Carb.; WCFB; 2656-2658, 2669, 2816-2818, 3059-3061, 3190-3191, 3489, 3500-3501, 3575, 3696-3697

Common Service Issues

• Hard starting caused by worn carburetor internal components
• Rough idle from deteriorated seals or gaskets
• Fuel leakage around the carburetor body or service points
• Poor throttle response from aged carburetor parts
• Driveability problems on classic Chevrolet carburetor systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the carburetor type before ordering: this kit is for Carter WCFB applications and not for aluminum carburetors. Match the carburetor identification numbers listed in the fitment notes to confirm coverage before disassembly. Follow the included instruction sheet during teardown, cleaning, and reassembly to help maintain correct settings and sealing surfaces.

Quality Assurance

Hygrade states that this carburetor kit is manufactured with quality control maintained throughout the production process and is tested for reliability before release.