Andrew, I fitted a 2.0L pinto with the standard twin choke weber carb under the bonnet without any holes cut (or an air filter). I didn't want to cut hole in the bonnet as I had planned to change to side draught in the future.
This was not an issue for SVA and I cannot see how it would be for IVA. >From memory the clearance from the top of the carb to the bonnet was only about 10-20mm though and after a while some black marks could be seen on the bonnet. I fitted some heat reflective material with some thin metal sheet to avoid any risk of further scorching. After running over the summer, I decided that I was not getting enough air to the carb so ended up cutting a hole in the top of the bonnet that resulted in instantly improved performance. Following this I fitted a K & N Filter to the top of the carb with an oval hole in the bonnet. The car then ran very well; hope this is some help. Regards, Ian Mac On Nov 22, 5:45 pm, Andrew <[email protected]> wrote: > Hello, > > I am slowly building an extreme with a 1.6 Pinto (temporary engine to > get me through the test) but there is not enough room in the bay to > fit the standard air filter or any obvious alternatives > > As I will be changing engine (probably for a zetec) I don't want to > cut out the bonnet and I can't see any obvious solution to fit a > filter in. > > I need to gain about 40mm.... > > I guess this is a similar problem for all pinto's and a few of you > have solved this problem before - any suggestions? > > Thanks. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Quantum Owners Group" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/quantumowners?hl=en IMPORTANT NOTE: All information presented herewith is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty or the implication thereof. Neither the Quantum Owners Club nor the individuals associated with the Quantum Owners Club or in the preparation of the above information shall have any liability to any person or entity with respect to liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by the instructions contained within this or related message(s).
