[Lew Ledyard]

I like the look of the Stellings & Hellings air cleaner (with a K&N element). However, we all know that you cannot flow nearly enough air through one on a BB, especially the larger displacement high performance BBs that are made today. My understanding is that a single carb is easier to live with and is more driveable than a dual carb set-up. However, if my goals are to keep a somewhat stock or period look (not necessarily 100% accurate, but I don't want an Xtreme lid or an 18" filter), to get great performance and driveability, and have a motor that stays in tune (I want to drive, not tinker), should I go with a dual carb set-up with S&H air filters (and K&N elements) since two small filters should flow twice as much air as one small filter,or just stick with what I have?

I have a KC 482 ci Shelby BB with a single Pro Systems carb that makes about 630 hp/tq. It drives really well currently and I don't want to mess that up. However, I am not sure what I am missing, so I am not sure if doubling the air filter area will make things even better. I also want to keep the stock KMP hood scoop.

Thanks