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Old 09-08-2010, 03:54 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by CycloneFE View Post
Terry,

This thread has my interest. I am building a 68 Cyclone with a 428. I presently have a scoop I ran on the street, which is a stang scoop, because the Merc version is a little harder to find. The Merc is wider and taller.

My question is do I have to run the Merc style? Do I have to run the ram air with it? Can the scoop be a replica(ie: easier to find and easier on the wallet)? Can the hood be a non ram air hood made to fit and operate as the ram?

I appreciate all comments on this.

Steve
Its been years since I have kept up but I believe you can run a replica as long as its correct and steel as OEM. You will need the air filter/carb base with the rubber seal and air flap also. If you can duplicate the OEM hole in the hood you can use your hood. Check with an NHRA tech person if you plan on running NHRA. Ive been out of the loop for about 10 years.
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