M1 Tunnel Ram Top Plenum Volume Reduction with Photos

Yes, exactly and from all the sources I’ve seen it’s pretty darn close. Most sheet metal intakes target the third. However low rpm stuff usually can’t get enough length for third so the fourth is used. Do you happen to know the length on a m1 tunnel ram? Also here is another tech source about taper etc

Swartz Racing Manifolds
That's a great read !