Edelbrock Performer RPM 7181 Clearance with Stock Air Cleaner (351 M Code)

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Hi,
I’m going to rebuild my carburetor and I would like to change out my stock intake manifold. Is anyone running a Edelbrock RPM 7181 intake manifold with their stock air cleaner? Any clearance issues?

Thanks,
Paul

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So I understand he RPM line is taller t hen t he Performer line. My thought is you may have clearance problems with the hood. I have a Performer 351W on my 70 XR-7 with a factory air cleaner. I had to remove the factory hood pad as it was rubbing it. If your running a Eliminator hood scoop you may be good.
FYI, This is my thought, I have not tried to run a RPM line intake on any of my Cougars in the past. Somebody here has experience with this intake and I look forward to seeing what they say.

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The fuel line on Edelbrock / Carter carbs will not clear factory style air cleaners. Also every one will need the kickdown linkage if you have automatic transmission.

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There are banjo style adaptors for the fuel inlet to the carb for the Edelbrock. Is it known if that will clear the factory air cleaner?

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Circling back around on this; the stock air cleaner does fit under the hood with the Performer RPM 7181 intake.

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Good information, is this with, or with out the hood pad?

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Yes. with the factory hood pad.

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I concur that it fits. 1969 351w stock mounts, stock air cleaner, Holley carb, hood insulation.