Heard back from US Carb - it has test bad, as in they are going to throw it away. Something about it having a "hole" it in somewhere that was missed. They apologized that was missed in their QA.
Since I want the proper 72 Carb, I requested a replacement and they assured me it would be pre-tested thoroughly before sending it out to me. I figure, crap happens (always to me) and they have been great through this process. At least I now know my Carter QJet will make a good backup
So much fun fighting multiple issues with the fuel system! Speaking of which, the tank/nozzle was finished today. So she should be up and running later today or tomorrow. Then off to the muffler shop to have all the mounting bits checked and replaced as needed.
New GMCPaul's blank tailgate and hardware ordered, which that work will be done in Ft. Worth at Anderton Paint & Body Shop. Which Insurance paid, minus my deductible.
Oh, any my visor instructions arrived too - it's straight up just like OEM and the material its made out of (like some kind of fiber)