Jack Snodgrass wrote:
>
> I just installed an open element filter ( Edelbrock 1208, 10 inch air
> cleaner ). I've got a few observations/questions.
>
> 1). I don't get the 'S-Bar' thing that some users say you need.
> What was that for?
The S-bar is to replace the factory bracket and bolt. If you look
closely, the factory bracket partially blocks each venturi, which
to some extent probably produces turbulent airflow. By removing
the bracket, we are hoping to smooth out the airflow in that
region. To what extent this helps, I'm unsure, but I don't think
that it hurts. Plus, it's cheap.
> 4). I went to 3 different auto parts stores. No one had the emission
> hose that was needed to connect up the air cleaner to the engine.
> I used heater hose and 2 hose clamps. Is heater hose ok... or
> do I need to do some more searching for the correct hose? The heater
> hose doesn't make the bend very good... but it's not blocked, so
> I guess it's ok.
I used a piece of 1/2" heater hose. The breather end was a little
tight,
but it won't come off. The air cleaner end worked perfectly.
> 5). I'm using the paper air cleaner that came with the air cleaner.
> I plan on replacing it with a K&N filter. Hows the best way
> to figure out how high it can be? My bolt is 1 inch higher
> than the original bolt. When I close the hood, there is no
> impression in the hood blanket. Can I just assume that a 3 inch
> air cleaner is going to work? Does anyone know how to figure
> out the clearance when the hood is down?
I don't think there is room for any larger filter than what is provided
with the air cleaner (the K&N E-1080 as well). I wouldn't want the
air cleaner touching the hood pad, and remember the engine is
going to torque over so it will scrape it up too. I would definately
find one at a parts house and try it out first.
good luck,
Phil
'97 Dakota
'67 Charger
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