74 hood clearance 454 BB
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74 hood clearance 454 BB
Okay, so I just finished swapping in a 454 in my '74. Formerly, a 350. I got the engine out of an old dump truck. I knew I'd have hood clearance issues but in no way should stop anyone from going big block. So, I'm at this point and now need a proven combination that will ensure hood clearance. Currently, it has the cast iron intake manifold, a carb riser/spacer, and a Holly 750 vac sec carb. Any suggestions? In '74, these came 454 stock, with the flat hood (such as mine). So, I know there has to be a combo out there. Please advise.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Utah
If you're going to swap hoods, might as well go for an L88 hood. I have a Torker II under my stock BB hood and it's a tight fit. It would suck to swap hoods to find it doesn't fit. Also, getting the L88 hood will allow you to run a carb/spacer/intake combo that really works together.
