Need help with intake manifold selection
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Need help with intake manifold selection
I currently am running an edelbrock performer eps manifold because to my understanding the rpm manifold will not fit under the stock hood. I was wondering if anyone knows of a easy way to modify it to fit under the stock hood or know of another manifold that will give me more power and higher rpm range than the performer eps.
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Edelbrock does not know what they are talking about. Performer RPM fits fine. You just have to replace the stock aircleaner with a low profile one.
I am using the Performer RPM Q-Jet (same height as the RPM and RPM air Gap) with a Moroso Low Profile Racing Aircleaner and 3" filter. I have about 3/4" clearance at the front of the aircleaner with the stock hood. Only mod I had to make was a slight dimple in the base for the accelerator pump arm.
I am using the Performer RPM Q-Jet (same height as the RPM and RPM air Gap) with a Moroso Low Profile Racing Aircleaner and 3" filter. I have about 3/4" clearance at the front of the aircleaner with the stock hood. Only mod I had to make was a slight dimple in the base for the accelerator pump arm.
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From: Greer SC
I have a 72 with stock hood and I'm running an edelbrock Original Torker manifold. Single plane low rise. rated at 2000-6000. Great intake!!! Have to get used cuz they oinly make the torker II now. Not as good.
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
Edelbrock's statement is true regarding the standard 68-72 small block hoods. The LT-1/BB hood is really the min. for the SB high rise intakes.
The 75-79 med. rise hood allows the Victor Jr, RPMs & others on SB w/ aftermarket dropbase filter & Holley.
The 75-79 med. rise hood allows the Victor Jr, RPMs & others on SB w/ aftermarket dropbase filter & Holley.
