Re: Edelbrock 500 for 292?
Make sure the air cleaner you buy has a drop base. An air cleaner that sits on top of the carburetor will not clear the hood if used with a carburetor adapter or spacer 1/2" or taller. 55-57 OEM air cleaners have a drop base. Summit's 14" drop base air cleaner uses a 3"-tall element. A 2" element may not provide sufficient clearance between carb vents and air cleaner lid, when using a drop base. It might also be necessary to do a bit of hammering on the air cleaner base to clear the choke. Aftermarket parts are seldom direct bolt-on, unless made for your specific application.
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