Intake manifold
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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
− | + | Basically the intake manifold connects the carburetor or throttle body to the intake ports of the cylinder head and in some cases like the small block and big block Chevy engine, it seals the lifter valley and provides a means of mounting the distributor and water neck. | |
− | But that is just the tip of the iceberg. The intake manifold design has a lot to do with how the engine will perform and | + | But that is just the tip of the iceberg. The intake manifold design has a lot to do with how the engine will perform and can radically influence the engine output and the shape of the power band. Matching the intake type to the engine and vehicle specs is an important part of making a balanced combination, and the choice of what intake best suits the circumstances should not be taken lightly. |
==History== | ==History== |