The intake swap on a big block is not a big deal, most importantly because
coolant doesn't flow through the intake on the big blocks. Its as easy as 8
bolts and some gaskets. In fact, if you're careful when removing your old
one, you can save the valley pan and reuse it, if its not rusted through
where you can't see it. If your car has factory air, there might be some
brackets in your way, but other than that, it should be pretty simple.
Dave Casey
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lou" <email4lou@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wednesday, March 03, 2004 11:43 PM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] replacement carb / '59 Dodge / intake
> Thanks to all who replied. Sounds like I'll be good to go. I just need
> to decide if I want to spring the extra dough for the AVS carb...I am
> thinking not, since its about $100 more, AND its 650 cfm vs.
600cfm...don't
> think I really need that big of a carb, and I know a lot of people who
seem
> to like their "regular" AFB.
>
> As for the intake ports...and the carb matching...I never thought that was
> an issue..what kind of adapter or spacer would I need to use? Most of the
> ones I see are pretty tall...3/4 inch...1 inch...will the air cleaner hit
> the hood? Is an intake swap on the 383 a big deal? (really didnt want to
> go that far...)
>
> Lou
>
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