This was created by a member a long time ago, when he realized what he had done by selling his.. Only 1450 cars were ever made with this carb on top. Not many known to be around still.
A poem
My story begins in late 81 A 68 Firebird and a hunger for fun It had to be fast, and it had to be mean My car had the muscle, (though I was quite lean)
It was at this time in my tumultuous youth I made a poor choice, I confess, quite uncouth The old parts must go! I said with much folly and out went the Rochester, replaced by a Holley I had no idea the damage Id done Alas, my 7028271
This old carb is worthless, I said so, quite smug My addiction to horsepower was much like a drug For years I endured the hard starts and rough idle For the illusion of hundreds of ponies unbridled Yet as years passed me by I missed what was gone Alas, my 7028271
So in much earnest I started to seek this mechanical marvel I once thought so weak I searched high and low, here and there- but found none For nowhere was found my 7028271 I called every dealer, and they said with a laugh How could you ever have made such a gaffe? If ever we see one, the price you will scorn! One thousand! Two thousand!! And then your first-born!
As my hair turned more gray, my search did not stop I searched every catalog, to each website Id hop I looked and I looked with a passionate force FGF! Hemmings! and eBay of course! Months turned to years, and yet no avail I began to accept that my quest just might fail Each night in my bed, restful sleep all but gone Alas, my 7028271
And then it just happened, most unexpected! On eBay one day, a listing reflected; A carburetor, so rare, so fine, and so fair Like a beautiful princess with long flowing hair The only thing between us a high reserve bid I shouted and jumped, like my three year old kid!
But wanting and having are not the same thing And nothingas as precious as a wedding ring Before I could commit to this financial strife I was bound by my love, to consult with my wife
So, my jobs on the line and our stocks in the tank, the house needs a roof and the foundation has sank I have no meaningful grounds to request a storybook ending to my quixotic quest But ask her I did, in a manner so meek; is it okay if we dont eat for three weeks?
She looked at me sadly, but with much compassion Shes always had patience for my ridiculous passion If it makes you happy, I cannot say no and deep in my heart, the embers did glow Then she gave me a look, as if something she knew- just like that Admitting Nurse at Bellevue
But on to eBay, to do battle I must! My cause was so noble, my motives were just! Though my rivals were many, they had not a chance they were not prepared for this financial dance I was powered by love, passion, and credit And after years of search I finally had it!!
And now when I lie down to rest in my bed I feel a long lost friend just under my head Under my pillow, slightly dripping with gas My mechanical marvel of glory days past
But the glory is not over, a new era has begun
Alas, my, 7028271.
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Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
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Craig I just found this 7028271 and had to buy it. Appears to be in great shape so I picked up an extra to have on hand and maybe I can slip it under my pillow.
Craig I just found this 7028271 and had to buy it. Appears to be in great shape so I picked up an extra to have on hand and maybe I can slip it under my pillow.
Not sure how I missed this Harold, a lucky find!!
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
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I paid $325 for mine many years back. It is n fantastic condition, original plating very nice! I got so freaking lucky!
Indeed you did,
How many years ago are we talking- that's an incredible price.
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
God Bless the men and women past and present that have served this country. Thank you. Support D.A.V. - it helps gives a life back to those who gave so much for us.....
wow, I've been offline for years, and I just decided to check in to see what has been happening here, and I see my ten year old poem reposted! Cool! But, yes, in retrospect, Haiku may have been a better format. I still have the carb, and the car, and its still sitting in storage, alas, untouched since I wrote that poem. :-( Happy new year to all! I wish you all many happy miles in your Firebirds!
Bought a 68 HO...engine code, EUN and everything else correct. Missing carb, manifolds, oil filter adapter and fan. No big deal.
Missing trunk key...
5 years pass and 15 years later...
Found trunk key....8271 carb..manifolds..fan in trunk..
Now I have three 8271 carbs, 5 flex fans and 3 sets of manifolds.
Holy crap!!!!
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
God Bless the men and women past and present that have served this country. Thank you. Support D.A.V. - it helps gives a life back to those who gave so much for us.....
wow, I've been offline for years, and I just decided to check in to see what has been happening here, and I see my ten year old poem reposted! Cool! But, yes, in retrospect, Haiku may have been a better format. I still have the carb, and the car, and its still sitting in storage, alas, untouched since I wrote that poem. :-( Happy new year to all! I wish you all many happy miles in your Firebirds!
Whoah... You are back! No fair to leave without pics of the bird or the carb!
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
God Bless the men and women past and present that have served this country. Thank you. Support D.A.V. - it helps gives a life back to those who gave so much for us.....
aaand I left again...... can't help but check in every once in a while though. Nice to hear from a familiar Avatar, Sleddog! - brings back memories. Sadly, no pictures, everything is in deep storage. maybe this Summer, tho......
Its summer..........................................................
Cant wait for summer... 68HO4004spvert Sleddog Iowa
God Bless the men and women past and present that have served this country. Thank you. Support D.A.V. - it helps gives a life back to those who gave so much for us.....
and summer passing fast! sighhhhh.... I know they are here somewhere; I took a bunch of pictures of the car and engine when I bought the car in 1981. A lot of items were still stock at the time; the engine and engine bay were nearly 100% stock, and it still had T3 headlights and wide oval Firestones. I promise- when I find where I put those pictures I will scan them and upload them here.