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49-54 Chevy V8 hood clearance?

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by Sixshooter45, May 7, 2013.

  1. Sixshooter45
    Joined: Jul 1, 2011
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    Getting close to dropping in a 383 stroker in my '53 Chevy. I am needing to get a intake manifold, but don't have the front fenders or hood reinstalled yet to check hood clearance. Will a slightly taller intake like the RPM Air-Gap clear? I would think it fits fine, but thought I'd ask if anyone has any input.

    Many thanks!
     
  2. Jkustom
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    You'll have room.
     
  3. Sixshooter45
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    Thank you Jkustom
     
  4. Height clearance is no issue unless you want to run a tunnel ram or something.
     
  5. fastcar1953
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    here's a big block in a 53 chevy. plenty of hood clearence.
     

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  6. Sixshooter45
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    Just what I needed to clarify. Thank you gentlemen!
     
  7. there still is room for those cold nights for you to curl up next to the headers to stay warm too
     
  8. Sixshooter45
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    Just what I like to hear!:D
     

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