Correction, you can use the 14" with a 3" filter. I have just put one
on my '98 yesterday.
It is a very TIGHT fit, but you can do it without damage to the hood.
It's true though that with the stock hood you'd be better off with a
2-3/4" filter. The 3" filter requires a carriage bolt that rubs against
the hood's insulation liner. It rubs through the 1st layer but never
gets to the metal....
Richard Collins
> ----------
> From: RLewis7785@AOL.COM[SMTP:RLewis7785@AOL.COM]
> Reply To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Sent: Saturday, February 14, 1998 11:18 PM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: Re: DML: Why not only Edelbrock 1208
>
> In a message dated 98-02-14 21:16:28 EST, Edgar writes:
>
> << I have seen a lot about the FIPK clone and I want to take it on
> myself. I
> do
> not understand why not the Edelbrock 1208 by itself. If I understand
> correctly,
> Edelbrock 1208 is the air cleaner with an element. That would be
> sufficient
> to
> replace the stock air cleaner right? The K&N E-1080 is in
> practically terms
> a
> filter that would replace the filter that comes in the Edelbrock
> cleaner,
> isn't
> it? Could one just install the Edelbrock and then at another time
> add the
> K&N? >>
>
> Edgar.
>
> Absolutely, you can just use the Edelbrock filter. The big deal about
> the K &
> N is that it is oiled gauze. This has one, in my opinion lesser,
> benefit, and
> one real benefit. The first is airflow - Oiled gauze simply allows
> more air
> to pass. The second is lifetime use - the K & N is a lifetime
> element. As
> for the greater airflow issue, goto the RPM page (where you find Fresh
> Air By
> Meldrum - FABM), here you'll find calculations for airfow requirements
> for a
> particular displacement. You'll also find how to calculate required
> filter
> area with different materials. With the calcs, you'll find that a 10
> x 3
> paper air cleaner provides almost twice the required area for the V8.
> The
> oiled gauze provides even more. While more may be better, it would
> seem that
> you would have long passed the point of diminishing returns. If this
> was the
> route I had chosen (see below), I would have used the paper filter
> until it
> was time to replace it, and depending on my finances at the time,
> bought what
> I could afford.
>
> Below, are a few notes for ya! (these are only my opinions from my
> observations on the mailing list)
>
> A) The 10" (1208) Edelbrock Air Cleaner fits over the TB without any
> adapters.
>
> B) The 14" (1207) Edelbrock Air Cleaner needs a 3/4 in. spacer to
> clear the
> underhood obstacles, and then you cannot use the 3" filter (I beleive
> Mr
> Trottman can second this)
>
> C) The Edelbrock triangular filter (1222) comes with an oiled gauze
> lifetime
> filter (~$52). I've been told by someone on the list that it fits
> nicely with
> no spacer and looks good.
>
> D) The Edelbrock Pro-Flo Filter (1002) fits nicely and looks good
> (~$20). This
> is what I put on my truck a week ago - I like it. It has a lifetime
> foam
> filter. There is a picture of this one under Todd Flummer at:
>
> www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Downs/7873/dragtruk1.html
>
> In the end, whatever your choice, you'll love the sound, performance
> and looks
> of any of these aftermarket Air Cleaners.
>
> Good Luck!!!!!!
>
>
> =========================================================
> Richard Lewis
> E-Mail : rlewis7785@AOL.COM
>
> 92 Dodge Dakota Club Cab, LE Trim
> 318 C.I.D V8
> 3.55 Rear Axle Ratio.
> Two Tone Black & Silver
> Leer Crown Series Topper Painted to match.
> Mopar Bedliner
> EdelBrock 1002 Air Cleaner.
> Firestone Firehawk SS10 235/70R15
>
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