[Frank Messina]

I can't even count the number of combinations I've tried, and filters I've wrecked trying to get something that fits and flows. I even went so far as to pitch the idea of a drop base oval to one of the aftermarket companies I'm close to but no dice. Anyway I finally wound up with a 14" Moroso drop base, 14" X 2.25" K & N element and a plain chrome lid from Ford Racing. This is the only setup that will work on my car. I originally had a 3" element in there but wore a spot through the paint where the scoop blends into the hood when the engine torqued over (Energy Susp motor mounts). Like I said this works for me as I have a Holley HP carb, but I'm not too sure how it would be with a carb that has a choke tower. I really wanted a cool oval like Dean has, and in fact bought one, but the hood wouldn't close so that dream ended quick. I still think a mid size drop base oval with a 2.5" - 3" filter element would be the hot setup for a single carb. Maybe if we got a show of hands we could get somebody to build one.
Frank