Walker 159046 Carburetor Repair Kit

Walker 159046 Carburetor Repair Kit

Walker 159046 is a carburetor repair kit for select 1978 Buick applications with carburetor manufacturer R-2 and carb model M2ME. It is built for owners restoring drivability on Buick Century, LeSabre, Regal, Skyhawk, and Skylark models that need a precise carburetor service solution.

Key Features

• Carburetor repair kit for 1978 Buick vehicles with R-2 / M2ME carburetor configuration
• Walker Products components are specified to meet or exceed original equipment requirements
• Complete kit content focus for carburetor service and rebuild work
• Walker Products 159046 for Buick Century, LeSabre, Regal, Skyhawk, and Skylark
• Direct-fit service part for carburetion maintenance on select Buick V8-era applications

Product Details

Walker Products 159046 is part of the Walker carburetor kit line, which centers on OE-style service parts for carburetor repair and rebuilding. For 1978 Buick Century, LeSabre, Regal, Skyhawk, and Skylark applications, this kit supports carburetor restoration where the original R-2 carburetor setup uses the M2ME model. The part number 159046 is a practical reference for technicians and restorers looking for a carburetor repair kit for 1978 Buick Century or a carburetor repair kit for 1978 Buick Skylark with the listed carburetor configuration.

This part cross-references Bendix Premium Brake Shoes (e.g., 938) for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Fuel metering issues caused by worn carburetor seals or internal service parts
• Hard starting related to carburetor wear or leakage
• Rough idle from aging carburetor components
• Stalling or hesitation during throttle transition
• Restoration work on original Buick carburetion systems

Installation Notes

Confirm the carburetor manufacturer and model before ordering. This kit is listed for carb MFG: R-2 and carb model: M2ME on the specified 1978 Buick vehicles. Clean the carburetor thoroughly before assembly, inspect all mating surfaces, and follow the service procedure for the exact carburetor variant to ensure proper rebuild results.

Quality Assurance

Walker Products states that its carburetor kits use components selected to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, supporting consistent service quality for carburetor repair and rebuild applications.