Thermoquad race tune

Well time for opinions guys..... I just came across a newer Eldebrock Performer RPM Airgap intake recently....

Im currently using the untouched LD340 intake with plans on blocking the heat crossover this spring. I was also considering cutting out the base flange so the thermoquad could bold directly onto the intake without using an adaptor... OR I was looking at keeping the adaptor on the LD340 and using the additional 1" of metal to create a long tapered transition from the carb into the intake and keep more heat away from the carb. Currently the entire spread-to-square transition takes place within the 1" spacer.

Should i go that route or should I try this new Air gap intake with the adaptor and TQ?

Im all ears.........