Magnum Intake on LA engine?

mischiefdart,

Thanks for the cam sensor info on Magnums. I didn't find any photos on the web. Using the factory distributor as a cam sensor offers the advantage that I could easily switch back to regular ignition if a highway failure, but a Magnum sensor would look neat.

On my 65 Dart, I have 12.5" from the 273 valley to hood. Scaling photos of magnum intakes, they might barely fit, depending on air inlet above the throttle body. Several types, with the Ram vans looking thinnest. Magnum throttle bodies use 4 bolts and look like a 2 barrel carb might fit. That would allow an easy backup for breakdowns. Probably couldn't close the hood, but could get home.

For now, I'll probably install the Edelbrock Performer manifold and my 2-barrel carb (w/ adapter). I still haven't returned to DMV for an inspection and worry they would void a modern solution. Also, Megasquirt doesn't have sequential fuel injection yet, so better to wait for that. I'll collect parts for a while.