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blocking off the air induction hole

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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 11:09 AM
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blocking off the air induction hole

i have a '83 engine witha '79 intake
what should be done abotut the induction hole
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 01:38 PM
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Block off plate made of sheet aluminum. Make your own gasket.
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 04:21 PM
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where would i bolt it to
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 04:50 PM
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Use L angle, then you can drill and tap the manny for bolts.
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 04:52 PM
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explain carl

pics????
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 04:57 PM
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Your talking about the EGR port under the intake? Maybe Im not reading it right.
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 05:02 PM
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yuh i am
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 05:04 PM
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79 intake on a 83 motor
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Old Jun 19, 2003 | 05:11 PM
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Well then a piece of L angle aluminum can be bolted to the bottom of the intake to block the port. Just make sure its flush with the face of the manifold so it seals well.
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