Topic: Opinions on Intake Manifold for BBC
in Forum: C3 Fuel, Emission Control, and Exhaust Systems
Already a Member?
Click Here to Login
Not yet a Member?
Click Here to Register for Free!
Gold MemberClifton, NJ - USA
Joined: 10/3/2003
Posts: 129
Vette(s): 1972 Coupe
Ontario Orange
Black leather interior
LS-5; Turbo 400
I'm building my 72 454 for max power in the low and midrange rpm range(idle to 5,000). What is the most appropriate dual plane intake manifold(Oval Port)? I have shortened my focus to: Edelbrock Performer, Weaind Stealth; Holley. Any other thoughts? There are a few other west coast manufacturers whose mainfolds show up on E-Bay.
BTW I have a L-88 hood I'm putting on this winter, so clearence shouldn't be an issue.
TIA
NJ BB Ken
BTW I have a L-88 hood I'm putting on this winter, so clearence shouldn't be an issue.
TIA
NJ BB Ken
1972 T Top 454; "Boomer" Latest "upgrades": 1 1/8" front Stabilizer bar. Rebuilt SS calipers with O-ring pistons. Under car Chambered exhaust. Fiberglass rear spring (360lbs/in). Bilstein Rear Shocks. 3/4" Rear Stabilizer Bar. Tow hitch. Performer manifold with 600 cfm Holley. Comp Cam 262 .499 lift. L-88 Hood in process
SPONSOR AD:: (Our Sponsors help support C3VR)
Lifetime MemberHot Springs, AR - USA
Joined: 4/24/2004
Posts: 3236
Vette(s): 69 Conv #'s match 427, TKO-600/.64, 3.36HD-Posi, HT, T/T, PS, PB, PW, SP, Leather, Comp XE264HR & Roller Rockers & Lifters, Air-Gap RPM intake, Holley St Av 770 VS, MSD 6AL+Dist+Blaster SS, K&N, Jet-Hot Hooker Side-Pipes, Steeroids, Al Rad, Spal Fans
| windrider1200 said: I'm building my 72 454 for max power in the low and midrange rpm range(idle to 5,000). What is the most appropriate dual plane intake manifold(Oval Port)? I have shortened my focus to: Edelbrock Performer, Weaind Stealth; Holley. Any other thoughts? There are a few other west coast manufacturers whose mainfolds show up on E-Bay. BTW I have a L-88 hood I'm putting on this winter, so clearence shouldn't be an issue. |
I couldnt be happier with my edlebrock AIR-gap RPM...
its available in oval
no clearance issue and it made a significant difference.
the cooler air change allowed me to bump timing up a bit.
|UPDATED|11/3/2004 12:48:02 PM (AZT)|/UPDATED|
Former Member
Send PM
Portland, TN - USA
Joined: 4/29/2003
Posts: 805
Vette(s): 1972 Coupe
Anything, but Stock and more mods to come!
SSBC Force 10 Brakes, 3.73, TH350, 355 CID, Rack and Pinion, Vette Brakes suspension front and rear.
I would agree with Ben, if you have the hood clearance the Air gap is a great intake.
professional products does a knock off of this intake as well without the Edelbrock price tag.
Weiand will have a new one out soon, but our engineers are working on it now so it will out perform the current pieces on the market.
professional products does a knock off of this intake as well without the Edelbrock price tag.
Weiand will have a new one out soon, but our engineers are working on it now so it will out perform the current pieces on the market.
in Forum: C3 Fuel, Emission Control, and Exhaust Systems
SPONSOR AD: (Our Sponsors help support C3VR)