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Old 03-23-2021, 05:04 PM   #18
Ironangel
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Re: Going back to factory intake and carb

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Originally Posted by 54blackhornet View Post
I removed the original cast iron intake on my 71 GMC. Installed an aluminum Edelbrock Performer with the provision for the divorced choke. Original QJet on top. This setup I believe is superior to stock. I have the original intake hanging on the shop wall.
I fully agree with this! The QJet is far more mileage friendly than either the Holley or Edelbrock carbs...
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