Intake manifold

[jerdan]

I am looking to change my 1953 ford v/8 to a dual carb manifold. All the manifolds I have looked at have 10 place for bolts. My manifold only has 7 bolts on either side. I don't understand.

[joe plumber]

Originally Posted by jerdan

I am looking to change my 1953 ford v/8 to a dual carb manifold. All the manifolds I have looked at have 10 place for bolts. My manifold only has 7 bolts on either side. I don't understand.

Can you post a picture of your engine ?

[flatjack9]

The earlier engines used more bolts. The aftermarket manifolds are usually made to fit either engine. Cut some bolts off and stick them in the holes.

[19Fordy]

Yes, my 53 8BA has fewer intake bolts also.+

[jerdan]

Here are pics.

[JSeery]

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Yep, the extra holes are there to fit earlier blocks. As stated install some fake bolts or just leave them open.