manifold swap 371/394

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Old Aug 10, 2008 | 03:42 AM
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manifold swap 371/394

i can buy the 3x2 manifold with the carbs of a 371(1957).
but wouldt they fit on a 394? pattern looks the same on picture.
and wouldt there be any more performance?

i now have the 394uh/4barrel,
runs great after i had it rebuild myself.
Old Aug 10, 2008 | 10:20 AM
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J-2 manifold fits '57-'58 only.

'59-up 371/394 has a higher deck height, and uses a wider manifold.

'57-'58 manifolds won't fit '49-'56, for the same reason.

Norm
Old Aug 10, 2008 | 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by 88 coupe
J-2 manifold fits '57-'58 only.

'59-up 371/394 has a higher deck height, and uses a wider manifold.

'57-'58 manifolds won't fit '49-'56, for the same reason.

Norm
Norm,

Not being literate in the early V8s, I've often wondered if the J2 could be made to fit the taller deck motors with spacers. Any info on this?
Old Aug 10, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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Good option for one who has some basic fabricating skills.

The separate valley cover would make it easier than one might think.

Norm
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