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383/400 low profile intake options
Posted By: TonyS451
383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 05:53 PM
Hi all - I know there have been tests done, but I'm looking for a low profile intake to bolt onto a 400 engine with stock heads (some porting). I don't want to mess with the kickdown or throttle cable linkage, and not looking to make max power, just make a quick bolt on swap from the factory boat anchor. Any upgrade from stock would be nice. I know the performer intake is out there, and if I recall, there is not much gain over stock other then the weight loss.
The engine also sports a Crane powermax hydraulic ft cam 224/234 @.050, .467/.494 lift, 114 lsa, 750 edelbrock carb and headers, in a 71 D200 truck.
Any info is appreciated. thanks!
Posted By: dogdays
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 06:12 PM
Why low profile? I didn't know there was a clearance problem on the Sweptlines.
Torker 383 would match the engine, although the Edelbrock Perf RPM would do better on the street.
Actually on that truck a tunnel ram with 2-4s sticking through the hood would be cool.
R.
Posted By: Rob C
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 06:36 PM
So, to answer your question to help you out....
The Holley Street Dominator is the lowest sitting intake I can think of. Works well with otherwise stock engines and carb. I using one now on a 400 & a TQ. Mileage is fine as well as throttle response.
Posted By: skicker
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 07:36 PM
Its up to you but if it's for the street I would stay dual plane. I put a Torker on mine. It killed all the bottom end. Runs good up in the R's where I usually don't drive though.
Posted By: dannysbee
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 07:42 PM
Tony the DP4B edelbrock is a good intake. In the testing a few years ago it was not far behind the rpm and it is low profile and will pass for stock painted and properly massaged.
Posted By: dogdays
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 07:48 PM
Here's the first part of the article.
http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/hrdp_0712_mopar_intake_manifold_comparo/viewall.htmlEdelbrock DP4B seems to be a winner, and it is short. The Torker 383 isn't too much taller, and may work quite well with your cam choice. That's why I suggested it. Also you can get one cheap. I got mine for less than $100, I think it was $50.00.
Here's the second part, switching to better heads....http://www.hotrod.com/techarticles/hrdp_0801_mopar_intake_manifolds/viewall.html
Now you can make your own decision in your own time.
R.
Posted By: AndyF
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 09:30 PM
I don't think you have many choices for a new low profile B intake. The Edelbrock Performer might be the only one currently available.
Posted By: JohnRR
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 09:50 PM
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I don't think you have many choices for a new low profile B intake. The Edelbrock Performer might be the only one currently available.
The performer is the same as the DP4B only spun 180 degrees , it should give the least issues with the TV linkage.
Posted By: TonyS451
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/25/14 11:17 PM
Thanks everyone for the input. I have spotted a couple 383 SD intake at upwards of 400 bucks, and not much else out there in terms of intakes that would fit my bill. I think the Performer will do just fine for what I need, plus they are easy to come by. Thanks again, guys.
Posted By: Yellow Fever
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 01:41 AM
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Its up to you but if it's for the street I would stay dual plane. I put a Torker on mine. It killed all the bottom end. Runs good up in the R's where I usually don't drive though.
Yup, I went from a torker to an Eddy RPM and it made all the difference on my 450 stroker. Although the rpm was taller than the torker. 
Posted By: Dcuda69
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 02:59 AM
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Thanks everyone for the input. I have spotted a couple 383 SD intake at upwards of 400 bucks, and not much else out there in terms of intakes that would fit my bill. I think the Performer will do just fine for what I need, plus they are easy to come by. Thanks again, guys.
Crazy what they want for used low deck SD intakes 
...Holley are you listening? With the onslaught of low deck big cube strokers, there's obviously a market. With that said...the DP4B will fit the bill...I had one on a 470" for a while, worked good. The RPM that replaced it really woke up the midrange though. I sold the DP4B for $150...it sold in an hour the 1st time I tried. 
Posted By: BSB67
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 03:26 AM
The CH4B or the Performer will fit the bill for your needs perfectly.
Posted By: hudsonhornet7x
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 03:41 AM
Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone know what the tallest intake would be for a low deck engine in a 68 Charger with a stock hood?
Posted By: 383man
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 04:00 AM
Tony I had a B eng Holley Street Dominator that was on my sons Dart about 5 years ago. I think a friend still has it as I can find out if you like. I know if I can get it from him it wont even cost half of the $400 as I think I could get it for a fair price. Let me know if you want me to try and get it for you. Ron
Posted By: dogdays
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 07:49 PM
CH4B is for 440s.
DP4B is for 383s and 400s
R.
Posted By: Ray440
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 10:43 PM
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Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone know what the tallest intake would be for a low deck engine in a 68 Charger with a stock hood?
A Perform RPM should fit with a drop base air cleaner. This is what I am using on my 383 and it fit under the stock hood of my 69 Road Runner.
Posted By: Ray440
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 10:45 PM
Here is pic with the air cleaner on.
Posted By: Azzkikrcuda
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 11:07 PM
Does anyone know if the DP4B will work with the stock 1969 Airgrabber setup?
Posted By: Ray440
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 11:24 PM
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Does anyone know if the DP4B will work with the stock 1969 Airgrabber setup?
Yes it will, Weiand Action Plus will also work.
Posted By: hudsonhornet7x
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/26/14 11:28 PM
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Not to hijack the thread, but does anyone know what the tallest intake would be for a low deck engine in a 68 Charger with a stock hood?
A Perform RPM should fit with a drop base air cleaner. This is what I am using on my 383 and it fit under the stock hood of my 69 Road Runner.
Thanks! Looks mighty good there too!
Posted By: BSB67
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/27/14 05:36 AM
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CH4B is for 440s.
DP4B is for 383s and 400s
R.
Right
Posted By: Ronnman
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 12:07 PM
Tony,
I have a Holley Street Dominator for sale. Nice condition, Bolt holes in good shape, mounting faces doesn't appear to have been machined. If interested email me at ronnman(at)bellsouth(dot)net.
Ron
Posted By: Joshs68
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 05:28 PM
I would just use a performer RPM, they are just over $200 if you shop around and the best compromise between all the designs and work well everywhere.
A 68 charger with a low deck-
M1 / 4500 dominator combo.
M1 / 4150 - 950 Holley
PERF RPM / holley carb combo. All fit with a small drop bas air cleaner.
So far my favorite on my engine, 10.4/1 470 is the eddy rpm with a 1000cfm annular booster holley.
Posted By: hudsonhornet7x
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 05:51 PM
Thanks for the information. I take it that was under a stock hood?
Posted By: BDS871Cuda
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 06:40 PM
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I would just use a performer RPM, they are just over $200 if you shop around and the best compromise between all the designs and work well everywhere.
A 68 charger with a low deck-
M1 / 4500 dominator combo.
M1 / 4150 - 950 Holley
PERF RPM / holley carb combo. All fit with a small drop bas air cleaner.
So far my favorite on my engine, 10.4/1 470 is the eddy rpm with a 1000cfm annular booster holley.
I agree the RPM is the best all around and your
71 dodge truck hood will have all the clearance
you need even with a tall air cleaner
Posted By: dart4forte
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 07:59 PM
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Hi all - I know there have been tests done, but I'm looking for a low profile intake to bolt onto a 400 engine with stock heads (some porting). I don't want to mess with the kickdown or throttle cable linkage, and not looking to make max power, just make a quick bolt on swap from the factory boat anchor. Any upgrade from stock would be nice. I know the performer intake is out there, and if I recall, there is not much gain over stock other then the weight loss.
The engine also sports a Crane powermax hydraulic ft cam 224/234 @.050, .467/.494 lift, 114 lsa, 750 edelbrock carb and headers, in a 71 D200 truck.
Any info is appreciated. thanks!
I used the Street Denominator with a 850 TQ on my 451. Motor responded really well with that combo
Posted By: NachoRT74
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 09:46 PM
I was on same deal. Simply went with the regular performance intake on my stroked 400 ( 451 wannabe ). Performer is a bit higher than the iron stock one... maybe half an inch. Just needed to trim out some tuff to fit correctly the A/C Compressor.
BUT as mentioned looking forward to Holley Street Dominator or its similar one made by Edelbrock ( which I can't recall its name on this moment ) what is kinda more stockish look... if we can say that somehow
Posted By: NachoRT74
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/28/14 09:54 PM
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I was on same deal. Simply went with the regular performance intake on my stroked 400 ( 451 wannabe ). Performer is a bit higher than the iron stock one... maybe half an inch. Just needed to trim out some tuff to fit correctly the A/C Compressor.
BUT as mentioned looking forward to Holley Street Dominator or its similar one made by Edelbrock ( which I can't recall its name on this moment ) what is kinda more stockish look... if we can say that somehow
Street Master is the one I couldn't recall!
Posted By: FuryBoy
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/29/14 04:16 AM
Street master is a fuel economy intake, isn't it? Kinda like an Sp-2p
Posted By: dodgeboy11
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/29/14 07:45 AM
I just switched from a torker II 440, to an RPM on my W100. 4" filter, no drop base. I did have to massage the center rib for clearance. Also, it's a 79 hood, might be a tad taller.
HUGE drive ability increase with the dual plane. Drop base would probably give all the clearance needed. B series just makes it easier.
Posted By: Yellow Fever
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/29/14 01:40 PM
Here's mine with a drop base air cleaner, the factory cleaner would work with this drop base but I kinda liked the chrome 383 with the aluminum valve covers.
Posted By: NachoRT74
Re: 383/400 low profile intake options - 09/29/14 03:36 PM
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Street master is a fuel economy intake, isn't it? Kinda like an Sp-2p
dunno but from the distance looks allmost the same to the Street Dominator but with a correct booster vacuum source and EGR locations