Edelbrock Performer vs Edelbrock RPM Airgap

What's the ignition timing, initial and total?

That will make a big difference in lots of cases if the initial is low with a sluggish engine.

Put a 1" open spacer under the carb.

IMO, going to an air gap isn't worth the hassle.

This,everywhere...And have you done a custom distributor curve,to match?
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