Im looking to invest in a 4 barrel intake manifold, currently the omega has #8 heads, do i need to replace the heads or is there a manifold that will accomodate the heads? Ive tried looking up as much as i can, i know the #8s are smog heads, i plan on either replacing the heads or deleting the egr. Just curious if a manifold out there fits or if i need to replace the heads. I have a deal lined up for a 600 cfm edelbrock carb, not my initial desire for an install but just about anything is better than the 2g currently in it

 

The Edelbrock 3711 intake manifold will accommodate the egr. Also there is a member here selling a rebuilt quadrajet 7043250, which is correct for a 1973 350 for a good price.

https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...-choke-180617/

 

the edelbrock i sourced locally, practically brand new for 150 because he wanted a holley, i was just curious if the #8 heads will accomodate either the 2711 or 3711 without having to replace the heads, or if additional modifications were necessary. exhaust work is in the pipeline with a local fabricator as well

 

The heads do not need to be replaced. The #8 have the same mounting and fit as all other 1964(?) and up V8 heads.

 

If you'd like a bump in compression install a set of 5,6,or 7 heads with your 73 pistons. Alot less dished than 71 and 72's. Would really make a difference in how it runs. That and a cam bump would really wake it up.