1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes

Essential 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes

Edelbrock – Pro-Flo Black 14" Round Air Cleaner with 3" Paper Element (Deep Flange) (Part No.1223)

Pro-Flo Black 14" Round Air Cleaner with 3" Paper Element (Deep Flange)

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$47.99
Product Features:
  • Edelbrock triple chrome-plated round air cleaner #1223 work with all popular 5-1/8″ diameter Carburetors (Performer Series, Thunder Series AVS, Holley, Thermo-Quad, Quadra jet and Carter AFB).
  • The 10″ and 14″ models have knock-outs in the air cleaner base for use with Edelbrock crank case ventilation adapter #1205 (sold separately).
  • #1208, #1209 and #1221 fit all Edelbrock Carburetors.
  • Heights of air cleaners are in parentheses, measured from the gasket flange to the top of the supplied retaining nut.
  • Dimensions are accurate within 1/8″.
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Carquest – Carburetor Choke Thermostat (Part No.779-1485)

Carburetor Choke Thermostat

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$69.05
Carquest distributes a full line of engine management products, providing the aftermarket with premium quality and comprehensive coverage.
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Edelbrock – Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Polished Intake Manifold (Part No.75011)

Performer RPM AIR-Gap Small Block Chevy Polished Intake Manifold

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$713.99
Based on performer RPM-series with unique air gap. Air gap cooler and denser mixture for more power. Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM. Dual-plane high-rise intake. For square bore carburetors only. For street and high performance use. Available in cast, polished or endurashine finish.

Product Features:
  • Polished Version Of Edelbrock PN[7501]
  • Polish is Hand-Buffed for Brilliant Shine
  • Based on Performer RPM-Series with Unique Air Gap
  • Air Gap Cooler and Denser Mixture for More Power
  • Designed for 1500 to 6500 RPM Street-Driven Power
  • Produces Incredible Top-End Horsepower
  • Retains Good Throttle Response and Acceleration
  • Larger Plenum and Runners Maximizes Other Upgrades
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Wells Vehicle Electronics – Carburetor Choke Pull-Off (Part No.1C1060)

Carburetor Choke Pull-Off

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The carburetor is a device used to mix air and vaporized fuel for combustion in old school engine applications. The last year for carburetors in motor vehicles used on the road in the U.S. is listed as 1994. The carburetor was typically a down draft style device where oxygen was drawn from the top of the carburetor pulled in by the engine vacuum through a venturi style opening, just above the venturi were jets, or metered openings where fuel was pulled from a bowl of fuel within the carburetor.

Product Features:
  • Application matched components ensure carburetor can be returned to like new condition.
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United Carb – Remanufactured Carburetor 4 Barrel (Part No.3-3377)

Remanufactured Carburetor 4 Barrel

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$332.99
Made in the USA, this remanufactured carburetor is completely disassembled and all internal parts, such as gaskets, gas filters, needle/seats and accelerator plunger cups, are discarded. All metal castings are thoroughly cleaned and restored to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) finish. Then the carburetor is reassembled to OEM-quality standards using all new component parts. Each carburetor is flow tested to simulate actual engine conditions, and all internal and external adjustments are set to OEM specifications.
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Felpro – Air Cleaner Mounting Gasket (Part No.5292)

Air Cleaner Mounting Gasket

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$3.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific, providing unsurpassed quality for a seal you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Engineered for the sealing repair environment
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Dorman – Help – Throttle Return Spring (Part No.59209)

Throttle Return Spring

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$9.99
This throttle return spring is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this throttle return spring matches the fit and function of the factory part on specified years, makes and models
  • Ideal solution – this spring is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Edelbrock – Carburetor Progressive Throttle Linkage Kit for Triple Carb Set-up (Part No.1033)

Carburetor Progressive Throttle Linkage Kit for Triple Carb Set-up

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$186.99
The Edelbrock part #1033 Progressive Linkage Kit is designed to smooth throttle response, eliminate flat spots and improve fuel economy. It achieves this by only opening the center carburetor at less than 50% (or 33%) pedal travel thus sharpening the vent

Product Features:
  • Steel Material
  • Zinc Plated
  • Adjustable
  • 3-Barrel Configuration
  • Made In The USA
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Carquest Premium – Fuel Injector Seal Kit (Part No.AS005)

Fuel Injector Seal Kit

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$3.79
CARQUEST fuel injector seal kits include the necessary O-rings and seals to properly reseal the injector, which is a recommended practice any time the injector is removed. Each kit services one injector and includes hard to find or previously dealer-only components.

Product Features:
  • Premium OE quality materials
  • Services one injector
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Wells Vehicle Electronics – Carburetor Tune-Up Kit (Part No.2G1743)

Carburetor Tune-Up Kit

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$24.99
WVE is a leading source of advanced vehicle electronics components for replacement applications in the automotive aftermarket and original equipment applications. WVE offers high-technology manufacturing along with innovative solutions and improvements to OE designs. Every component either matches or improves on the OE design to ensure fast, easy installation, superior performance and reliability.
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.9394)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$3.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Felpro – Carburetor Mounting Gasket (Part No.60482)

Carburetor Mounting Gasket

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$16.29
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form and function
  • Each Fel-Pro gasket, no matter how small, is engineered to exacting standards with proprietary design, engineering and manufacturing processes
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Carquest Premium – Throttle Sensor (Part No.ECC1386)

Throttle Sensor

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$40.99
Carquest Throttle Position Sensors offer precision signaling to the ECM to ensure optimum performance and fuel economy. Manufactured using the highest quality OEM approved materials, resulting in tighter tolerances and increased durability. All Carquest Throttle Position Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured to provide superior sealing, protecting against all engine bay contaminants and insulation from extreme hot and cold temperatures.
  • 100% calibrated and end-of-line tested to ensure worry-free, out-of-the-box performance
  • Designed to meet or exceed all OEM specifications in fit, form & function
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Carquest Premium – Throttle Position Sensor w/ Hardware (Part No.ECC1053)

Throttle Position Sensor w/ Hardware

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$56.99
MotoRad Throttle Position Sensors offer precision signaling to the ECM to ensure optimum performance and fuel economy. Manufactured using the highest quality OEM approved materials, resulting in tighter tolerances and increased durability. All MotoRad Throttle Position Sensors are designed to meet or exceed OEM specifications at our ISO TS16949 manufacturing facilities.

Product Features:
  • Manufactured to provide superior sealing, protecting against all engine bay contaminants and insulation from extreme hot and cold temperatures.
  • 100% calibrated and end-of-line tested to ensure worry-free, out-of-the-box performance
  • Designed to meet or exceed all OEM specifications in fit, form & function
  • Extensive product testing includes salt spray, high/low temperature impact, thermal vibration, durability, static electricity, and micro tension, among other tests, to ensure all sensors meet or exceed OEM specifications.
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Carquest – Needle and Seat (Part No.93-554R)

Needle and Seat

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$9.49
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • Designed to OE standards for ease of installation
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Chevy 265/ 400 Cubic", Hex Style Head Type, Polished, Ss (Part No.434-2001)

For Use With Chevy 265/ 400 Cubic", Hex Style Head Type, Polished, Ss

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$46.49
Prevent intake manifold leaks with ARP quality fasteners. They are rated at 170,000 PSI and precision machined for optimum thread engagement. Wide under head flange and companion washers provide even load distribution. Precision rolled threads prevent galling while promoting more consistent torque loading. Facilitates optimum sealing of gasket surfaces. Available in choice of black oxide finish chrome moly or corrosion resistant stainless steel, as well as hex or 12 point heads.

Product Features:
  • Nominally Rated At 170,000 PSI Tensile Strength
  • Precision Machined Threads For Secure Engagement, And Would not Rust
  • Wide Under Head Flange And Companion Washers Provide Even Load Distribution
  • Precision Rolled Threads Prevent Galling While Promoting More Consistent Torque Loading
  • Facilitates Optimum Sealing Of Gasket Surfaces
  • 1″ Long
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ARP Auto Racing – For Use With Chevy 396/ 454 Cubic", 12 Point Head Type, Polished, With Washers (Part No.435-2101)

For Use With Chevy 396/ 454 Cubic", 12 Point Head Type, Polished, With Washers

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$59.99
Prevent intake manifold leaks with ARP quality fasteners. They are rated at 170,000 PSI and precision machined for optimum thread engagement. Wide under head flange and companion washers provide even load distribution. Precision rolled threads prevent galling while promoting more consistent torque loading. Facilitates optimum sealing of gasket surfaces. Available in choice of black oxide finish chrome moly or corrosion resistant stainless steel, as well as hex or 12 point heads.

Product Features:
  • Nominally Rated At 170,000 PSI Tensile Strength
  • Precision Machined Threads For Secure Engagement, And Wont Rust
  • Wide Under Head Flange And Companion Washers Provide Even Load Distribution
  • Precision Rolled Threads Prevent Galling While Promoting More Consistent Torque Loading
  • Facilitates Optimum Sealing Of Gasket Surfaces
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Felpro – Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set (Part No.MS 90240-2)

Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set

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$21.49
Fel-Pro gaskets offer 100% vehicle sealing with application-specific materials to give you sealing solutions with the performance and durability professionals trust

Product Features:
  • Meets or exceeds all original equipment specifications
  • Application specific design to ensure a perfect fit
  • Engineered and manufactured specifically for repair applications
  • Unsurpassed quality you can trust
  • Validated for fit, form, and function
  • Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
  • Includes all parts needed to complete the repair
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Edelbrock – Intake Manifold replacement base to top gasket (Part No.6999)

Intake Manifold replacement base to top gasket

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$17.99
Replacement gasket for top to bottom. See PN(7110) complete. PN(7067) bottom. PN(7032) top. Includes base and top for intake manifold PN(7110).

Product Features:
  • Replacement Gasket for Top to Bottom
  • See PN[7110]Complete; PN[7067]Bottom; PN[7032] Top
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Edelbrock – Performer Carburetor Calibration Kit #1487 for #1406 Carburetors (Part No.1487)

Performer Carburetor Calibration Kit #1487 for #1406 Carburetors

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$62.99
Product Features:
  • Customize Carburetor Calibration and Performance
  • Owners Manual has Assembly Help
  • Includes Metering Rod Retaining Spring
  • Includes Metering Rods
  • Includes Metering Jets
  • Includes Step-Up Springs
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Dorman – Help – Air Cleaner Wing Nut Assortment 1/4 In.-20, 5/16 In.-18, M8-1.25 (Part No.41072)

Air Cleaner Wing Nut Assortment 1/4 In.-20, 5/16 In.-18, M8-1.25

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$3.99
This air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this fastener is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Help – Breather Element Clips – GM 2002-76-Use with breather elements: AC; FB59: Fram; CA19: Purolator; AF9 (Part No.41113)

Breather Element Clips - GM 2002-76-Use with breather elements: AC; FB59: Fram; CA19: Purolator; AF9

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$1.49
This air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this fastener is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Help – Air Cleaner Wing Nut-Universal Air Cleaner Hardware (Part No.41065)

Air Cleaner Wing Nut-Universal Air Cleaner Hardware

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$2.99
This air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this fastener is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Help – Air Cleaner Wing Nut – 1/4 In. (Part No.41200)

Air Cleaner Wing Nut - 1/4 In.

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$7.99
This air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this air cleaner fastener is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this fastener is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Edelbrock – Triple Carburetor Fuel Log Kit #1288 with 5-1/2 in. Outlet Spacing (Part No.1288)

Triple Carburetor Fuel Log Kit #1288 with 5-1/2 in. Outlet Spacing

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$99.99
This Edelbrock Fuel Log kit #1284 is an exact replica of the original design used by Vic Sr. in the 1950’s. They are made from extruded aluminum tube with a 3/8″ threaded outlet at each end and a polished finish. Kit includes, black neoprene hose, Corbin

Product Features:
  • Polished Log
  • Brass Fittings
  • Black Neoprene Hose
  • 5-1/2 in. Outlet Spacing
  • Includes Hose Clamps
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1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes

You count on your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Air Intakes. With 76 Air Intakes ranging in price from $1.49 to $1,776.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino.

Brands matter. If you want to shop a specific Air Intakes brand, we stock 11 different brands like Felpro, Edelbrock, and Mr. Gasket. 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes start as low as $1.49!

One of the best ways to find top quality OEM or aftermarket Air Intakes is by asking professionals. Short of that, you can shop with confidence thanks to our 272 extensive product reviews on 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes. Some of the top-rated Air Intakes products we carry are Pro-Flo 1000 Series Chrome Air Cleaner with Foam Element with 5-1/8" Air Horn with 3.7 stars and Performer 1407 Carburetor: 750 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet with 4.4 stars.

Did we mention you can order your Air Intakes from our online catalog and have them shipped right to your garage? Or, if you feel like seeing the parts first-hand, search for your nearest Advance Auto Parts location above and pick up in-store when you’re ready. Browse our full Air Intakes inventory for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino below to get started!

Top-Rated Air Intakes Brands For Your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino

Trusted Air Intakes OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 1981 Chevrolet El Camino running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Felpro, Edelbrock, Mr. Gasket, and even more.

Popular Holley Air Intakes

You’ll find popular Holley brand products across Intake Manifold Parts. All are waiting to get your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino back on the road. Some of the top-rated Holley products in these categories are:
Keith Dorton Series; Intake Manifold
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Keith Dorton Series; Intake Manifold
Intake Manifolds

Top-Rated Felpro Air Intakes


If Felpro are what you’re looking for, our inventory holds plenty. We stock Felpro brand Air Intakes for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino, and some of our most reviewed Felpro parts include:
Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set
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Engine Intake Manifold Gasket Set
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Air Cleaner Mounting Gasket
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Air Cleaner Mounting Gasket
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Carburetor Mounting Gasket
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Carburetor Mounting Gasket
Carburetor and Injector Mount Gaskets

FAQs for 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes

What are the most purchased Air Intakes for the 1981 Chevrolet El Camino?

Out of 76 Air Intakes for the 1981 Chevrolet El Camino, the most popular in our inventory are:
Intake Manifold Bolts
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Intake Manifold Bolts
Intake Manifold Bolt Sets

What are the top-rated 1981 Chevrolet El Camino Air Intakes?

Top-rated Air Intakes for your 1981 Chevrolet El Camino based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Performer 1407 Carburetor: 750 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet
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Performer 1407 Carburetor: 750 CFM, 4 Barrel, Square Bore, Manual Choke Inlet
“Easy install, had it installed in less then 30 mins on my 70 camaro 350 after my holley failed. It started right up only adjustment i had to do was tu”
Performer Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Satin Finish
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Performer Intake Manifold for 1955-86 Small-Block Chevy, Satin Finish
“Get the matching carb, increased HP by 50 points”