Seeking replacement carb for '73 Maverick 200 Six

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    I need to replace the carb on my '73 Maverick 200 Six. Prefer a NOS or perhaps a new interchangeable carb. It does appear to be a Carter YF style unit. I see carbs on eBay that match mine in appearance (see pics) but the application charts and descriptions do not match. I also see a lot of cheap off-brand units on eBay and I would try one but not seeing a good match. I have not had good luck with remans in the past.

    Thanks in advance for any help from you pros on this site! You have helped me a lot before.
     

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    Pretty car, super nice car port!

    Why do you feel the need to replace the carburetor, is the engine not operating properly?
     
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    Thanks for your reply and compliments!
    The engine has a rough idle. Otherwise runs very well. The engine was recently rebuilt (to stock) at a professional building facility (Dynamic Machines in Waycross GA) and was tuned up. A kit was put in the carb but my techs advised me they are not carb experts. They suggested replacing the carb or find a carb specialty shop.
     
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    From my experience, the most important thing in a carb rebuild is getting the carb body passages clean. Your non carb expert engine shop may have not done a thorough cleaning.

    A simple fix may be to run a 16oz can of Sea Foam motor treatment through your fuel system. Sea Foam is the only brand I use. Just pour it in the tank and drive the car. I believe it would be worth a try.

    It would be a shame to not try and fix your OEM carb.
     
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    Rick, that is a great idea. I will try this next. Thank you.
     

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