Intake Manifold for 79 vette
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
Depends on the setup, can run the Performer & similar w/ stock air cleaner.
The 76-79 med. rise hood allows the Victor Jr, RPMs & others on SB w/ aftermarket dropbase filter & Holley.
The 76-79 med. rise hood allows the Victor Jr, RPMs & others on SB w/ aftermarket dropbase filter & Holley.
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3rd Gear
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Thanks for the quick response. Since I have just started the look for a crate motor (I read about the height issue for the manifolds) do you have any motors that you would recommend for the 79r that will be used mostly as a weekend and/or short trip vehicle?
I have looked at Summit/Jeggs/YearOne for crate motors. Also, it seems that a Vortec motor wont work because the intakes are too high.
Again, any guidance will be much appreciated.
thanks
I have looked at Summit/Jeggs/YearOne for crate motors. Also, it seems that a Vortec motor wont work because the intakes are too high.
Again, any guidance will be much appreciated.
thanks
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Joined: Apr 1999
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
Yes, the Vortec intake will work w/ 76-79 med. rise hood w/ aftermarket dropbase filter & Holley. I am for building the engine.
You can post links & trans., if auto. a higher stall converter may be needed.
You can post links & trans., if auto. a higher stall converter may be needed.
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3rd Gear
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Great information....so focused on the motor didnt think of the affect on anything else. Will keep the converter info in the back of my head. Wasnt looking to build a motor just trying to get the most HP for the best $$ (that is why the crate engine) I do like the Vortec so I probably should do a little more research before I buy or rebuild. Thanks again. This is my first go round so I want to make sure I get everything covered before I start spending.
