[C1] 1958 engine
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2nd Gear
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1958 engine
I purchased a 1958 corvette with a swapped engine in the past. It has a 327 Chevy 3858180 block with a 3937184 intake and a Holley 4 bbl carb. The car didn’t come with an air cleaner. It appears an air cleaner won’t fit under the hood.
Any suggestions on how to modify this setup so I can add the air cleaner?
By the way, I knew the condition of the engine and the lack of air cleaner when I purchased it. Got a good deal and now trying to rectify some of the issues.
thanks.
Any suggestions on how to modify this setup so I can add the air cleaner?
By the way, I knew the condition of the engine and the lack of air cleaner when I purchased it. Got a good deal and now trying to rectify some of the issues.
thanks.
Le Mans Master
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From: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada NS
The K&N filter is E-1550.
Here it is listed at Amazon.com for $65 USA. I purchased mine over 20 years ago and I believe at that time it was just over $30 Canadian. Wow, prices certainly having been spiking over the years.
Cheers
Ken
Last edited by kenmo; Aug 31, 2023 at 02:26 PM.
Burning Brakes
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From: St. Petersburg FL
I'm not sure about the height of the manifold you have--anything taller than stock may present issues. That being said, a C1 air cleaner (the 2-part type with a serviceable element) can be adapted to a Holley carburetor by using a '67 GTO air cleaner base, which is available in reproduction. The 58-62 C1 air cleaner is one of the lowest profile air cleaners out there. Note that even with a drop base, you will be constrained by how close the lid is to the air horn.
