Will an Edelbrock RPM intake on a 350 olds fit under stock hood of a 1969 cutlass. Thanks for the help -

 

Yes. I can't comment if it will fit with a stock air filter assembly, but I've used a few different styles of 14" open filter housings without issue.

 

Thanks
was planning on using open element w drop base

 

We can't predict accurately. because we don't know the measurement of your drop base cleaner.

But it won't take long for you to get the answer.

Measure your current clearance by closing the hood over loose-balled aluminum foil set on your air cleaner

Then calculate:

• The Edelbrock 7111 is 2" taller than a stock 4bbl intake manifold. So, subtract 2" from your clearance number.
• Compare the measurement from the carb ring to the top of the filter on your drop base air cleaner and on your stock air cleaner.
  • If the drop base measure is shorter than stock, add that number to your clearance.
  • If the drop base measure is greater than stock, subtract that number from your clearance.

If you get a positive number, that's your new clearance.

Good luck!

 

Like said above measure what you have. Playdough works great too. You put it on top of the air filter and close the hood and measure. You can also use your cell phones camera to take a look. Place a work light in the engine bay and put the phone in while taking a movie. This what you can see too.

 

Another reason why I like the taller raised sport hood, which mine 1970 has. I fit a RPM and Qjet using a stock later 307 air cleaner I converted to dual snorkel with a 260 snorkel. The 3.5" tall 14" air cleaner with a 1" drop clears my hood, 7111 intake and Qjet. Also Motor mount condition also plays a factor, clay is your friend, it may be close with the regular flat style hood.

 

Will you be using a hood insulation pad on the underside?

Your clearance may be similar to the 70-72's and if so, my 14" air cleaner on a drop base atop a Quick Fuel carb and 7111 intake fits underneath my '72 with an OEM louver hood and a decent insulation pad. It does leave a minimal imprint on the pad but no closing issues with a 3" air cleaner element.

 

drop base air cleaner fits with 7111 just fine.

 

Can I ask where you go those awesome valve covers??

 

maddoctor, those are from Performance Driven Design. And yes they are awesome, I've been drooling too ...lol

https://www.performancedrivendesign.com/

 

Gorgeous valve covers, love the W43 style pattern. You definitely pay for the quality and I'm sure aluminum has gone up a lot in recent months.