Re: 345 in an 800

[MikeIIDC@domain.elided]

MIKEHHOME@domain.elided wrote:

> Michael,
>
> I've got a 392 installed in my 69. The only problem I found with the size of
> the engine was the air cleaner clearance. I originaly used a K&N dropped base
> 14" cleaner but it has problems clearing the thermostat housing. Carb to
> manifold and carb to air cleaner spacers have to be used and that gets it up
> very close to the hood. I actually creased the air cleaner top the first time
> I shut the hood.
>
> I changed that out for a normal 9" diameter  X  2"  tall unit when I added 1
> 1/2" of body lift and no problems. The smaller air cleaner looks a little
> strange but I ran the figures and it porvides plenty of air. I never checked
> but if this unit is used without the 1" carb to manifold spacer, it may fit
> without any body lift.
>
> One other spot is close for clearance. There is very little room between the
> back side of the block on the drivers side and the firewall. It took a while
> to get the engine in and lined up properly.
>
> Mike Meyer

  Mike-

I have the 345 and it has no manifold to carb spacer.  Should this alleviate the
problem?  I know you can't say for sure, but did this truly seem to be enough to
make a difference?  My carb is a Holley 2300, and as I say, it has no spacer on
either of the vehicles-the 304 or the 345 I may use.

Michael