Hygrade FL98 Carburetor Float

Brass Carburetor Float for Carter 4 Bbl

Hygrade FL98 is a brass carburetor float for Carter 4 Bbl applications. It is built for classic carburetion service where accurate fuel level control matters, including many Chrysler, Dodge, Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Pontiac, Ford, and Mercury applications.

Hygrade has served the automotive aftermarket since 1919, supplying carburetion parts with broad coverage for restoration and repair work. The FL98 is a direct-fit style replacement for many Carter AFB and WCFB carburetor applications, including 1971 Dodge Challenger and 1971 Dodge Charger listings with Carter AFB 4620 references.

Key Features

• Brass construction for Carter 4 Bbl carburetor float service
• Fits Carter AFB and WCFB applications across a wide range of classic vehicles
• Supports fuel level regulation inside the carburetor bowl
• Cross-references Hygrade FL98 and TC Remanufacturing F140
• Fits many 1956-1971 applications across Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Ford, Mercury, and Pontiac

Detailed Description

The Hygrade FL98 carburetor float is designed for Carter 4 Bbl carburetors that require a brass float for stable fuel control. Correct float operation is critical for maintaining proper bowl level, which affects idle quality, throttle response, and overall carburetor performance. This part is listed for a broad range of Carter AFB and WCFB carburetor numbers, making it a practical replacement for restoration and service on classic muscle cars and full-size vehicles. This part cross-references TC Remanufacturing F140 for the same application.

Vehicle coverage includes 1971 Dodge Challenger, 1971 Dodge Charger, and 1971 Dodge Dart, along with many earlier Chrysler, Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Cadillac, Ford Thunderbird, and Mercury Colony Park applications. If you are searching for a Carter AFB carburetor float replacement for a classic Dodge Charger or a brass float for a Carter 4 Bbl carburetor, FL98 is a strong fitment-based match.

What It Helps Fix

• Fuel level problems inside the carburetor bowl
• Flooding caused by a worn or saturated float
• Lean or rich running from incorrect float height
• Hard starting related to unstable carburetor fuel control
• Idle and throttle response issues tied to float wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the carburetor number before installation, since this float is listed for specific Carter AFB and WCFB applications. Confirm the carburetor make and model against the vehicle listing, especially on 1960s and early 1970s Chrysler, Dodge, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac, and Pontiac applications. Set float height to the carburetor specification during assembly for proper fuel control.

Quality Assurance

Hygrade has supported the automotive aftermarket since 1919 and focuses on carburetion coverage for classic repair needs. The FL98 is built as a brass replacement float for the listed Carter 4 Bbl applications.