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Air Cleaner Diameter

Discussion in 'Builds and Fabricators Forum' started by Jeepsterjim, Nov 16, 2022.

  1. Jeepsterjim

    Jeepsterjim Member

    Hi guys
    Installing a 225 V6 in a 47' 2A. What size diameter air cleaner will comfortably fit? 11"? 14"? ??? Most likely the air cleaner element will be 2" or 3" in height if I can use a low base air cleaner.

    Thanks, Jim
     
    Jeepsterjim, Nov 16, 2022
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  2. duffer

    duffer Rodent Power

    It's going to depend on the engine placement but I suspect you can run a 14". I always have had 14" cleaners on the sbc's in my 3B but that may or may not apply to the 225. Definitely wait until the engine is installed before ordering. 2 barrel or 4 barrel?
     
    duffer, Nov 17, 2022
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  3. Jeepsterjim

    Jeepsterjim Member

    thanks for the reply.
    going to be a 4 barrel. 600 CFM Q-jet if I can find one for a good price. A 14" is a decent size air cleaner for sure.
     
    Jeepsterjim, Nov 17, 2022
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  4. Warloch

    Warloch Did you say Flattie??? Staff Member

    With my flatty swaps it has come down to clearance between the firewall and carb center post. I've used an oval air cleaner with a lot of success in the swaps.
     
    Warloch, Nov 17, 2022
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  5. dnb71R2

    dnb71R2 SuperDave 2023 Sponsor

    A 14" housing diameter is a bit larger than the stock 225...at least for dry element '71.
     
    dnb71R2, Nov 17, 2022
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