FE Intake Adapters

[MeanGene]

Can we assume that the HR-type is post first-100 pricewise?

[jayb]

  Hi Jay,  are you going to do the adapters that require different programs, such as the Yates stuff in order or is it going to be done later.  I am just curious, as I am not in any hurry to get my Yates style adapter. Also are you going to machine the  Yates adapters so the manifold will require cutting to fit?  Thanks Rob

Rob, I am planning to do the intakes in order, regardless of type.  This could potentially be a problem if the port configuration takes a long time to program, but I'm hoping that I can keep up and get the manifolds sent out in order.

The Yates manifolds that I have seen, which include the Edelbrock 2991, 2863, and 2865, all will require that the manifold is machined to fit, and also the intake mounting flange of the adapter has to be machined a little lower.  On the manifold, at least 0.250" has to be removed from the flange surfaces; on the 2865 I had to remove 0.550".  Even with that, the ports on these manifolds are too high for the standard intake flange of the intake adapter, so the intake adapter also has to be machined 0.250" in order for those manifolds to fit.  This will make the adapter unusable for a standard 351C intake, unless you fabricate up some 1/4" thick spacer plates to go between the standard 351C intake and the intake adapter.

Hope that helps, let me know if you have any further questions - Jay

[jayb]

Can we assume that the HR-type is post first-100 pricewise?

I haven't actually quoted a price yet on the high riser version.  However, it was always going to be more expensive, just due to a more expensive casting.  The raw medium riser casting weighs 33 pounds, but the raw high riser casting weighs 52 pounds!  So, the casting itself for the high riser is substantially more expensive.

I haven't quoted a price on the high riser versions yet because I need to get through the machining process on one and see what is involved.  But just because of the weight of the casting, probably figure in the $650-$700 range for the high riser version.

[70cj428]

Hi Jay, just got my adapter and it looks awesome             ,

   For those still waiting... The casting quality, machine work, and finish are top notch, It's really a beautiful part. I gotta thank you for taking this project on, supplying a really useful (and really cool) first rate part, and charging WAY less than the part should cost..
(You'd be hard pressed to rent 16 hours of CNC mill time with an operator in my area (Philadelphia, PA) for what your selling the whole adapter for....)
   Now I just have to decide what to bolt on top of it...   Leaning towards either a D1ZX-FA single plane and keeping it all ford, or a Hilborn setup converted to EFI.  I have several Boss 302 Hilborn setups, one I machined the center out of to widen for a 351C, I could just bolt each half to the adapter. ( The nice thing about this setup is that the Boss 302 Hilborn manifolds are pretty cheap when you find them, as there isn't a big demand anymore for injected B302's, and there's a lot out there as the circle track guys used to run them)

Anyway, Thank's again for an AWESOME part.      John

BTW, you should have some decent FE Power, LLC decals made, raise the price 10.00, and throw 2 in the box. Then you'll start seeing your name on the side of a bunch of racecars, and get some recognition..... 

[jayb]

Glad you like the part, John.  Post a picture of the induction setup when you get it put together, especially if its one of those Boss 302 FI setups.  Those things are cool...

[Heo]

Thats interesting  how much do the go for
and do you have any pics ??

[MeanGene]

Mine is similar to the B2 Hilborn setup, but is a magnesium Kinsler sprint car setup for 351C- came as two injector sections and separate center valley- 2-5/8 bores

[fe66comet]

Hi Jay looking at some intakes to prepare for my next step in my engine build. Was wanting to get your take on this 351 C intake with a 4V port. Is the configuration too large for the adaptor? The gasket is 2.65/1.88 for the 4V head. Another question I had, can the Edelbrock head be blended to a 2.34/1.40 gasket in your experience? I am thinking just a 1/4 inch in that's all just to make a smooth transition. Thanks Jon.

[jayb]

Blending to that size port shouldn't be a problem with the Edelbrock head, but if I understand correctly you will be changing the port mostly at the floor.  I don't think that will do you much good; there's not a lot of flow at the bottom of the port.  I would make sure that the roof and sides of the port, the adapter and the manifold all match up, but not worry too much about the floor...

[sumfoo1]

Never mind...


Intake looks awesome... may be ordering one with the matching flanges soon.

Thank you,

Bill


Am i just missing it...  its $125 for the flanges only  right or is that with the intake adapter too?

(how much is the intake adapter & flange set i guess is what i'm asking)

Thank you,

[jayb]

Correct, $125 for the flanges only.  Price for the intake adapters after #100 is not set yet; should be soon.

[ScotiaFE]

Rick "NewFalconOwner" had his adapter in my shop today. We were doing some work on his pretty neat FI setup.
Very Kool Jay.
I know I didn't order one and in reality it would have be a wall hanger for me.
A fresh set of rubber was a better call for me.
But I can see the want.
Nice work Jay. 

[jayb]

Thanks Howie, glad you like it.  It has been a real positive experience so far, to produce a part that quite a few people are interested in and have them happy with the part when they receive it.  Kind of makes up for all the bumps in the road along the way...

[NewFalconOwner]

posted some new pictures of my intake in my build thread, as well as the holes Howie drilled for me

[JamesonRacing]

Have my Yates setup mocked up.  Puts the carb way up in the air!