Thanks, Nolan. I agree with you that it must be something like the engine
mounts. Mine are relatively new as they were replaced two years ago so they have
very little sag.
I looked through a K&N product catalog and could not find a filter for the DGV
that is thinner than 1 7/8 inches. I'll have to do some scouting and maybe
cobble something that will fit the profile. I really would like to keep the
Weber on.
Vic W.
Nolan Penney wrote:
>
> Check very carefully for interference with the exhaust manifold. It took me
>a little while to find where one of
> the casting bumps on my 1980 exhaust manifold fouled the intake manifold for
>my SU's.
>
> Yes, there is an alternative low profile air filter assembly for the DGV so
>that it can fit under tight areas like
> a Spitfire. I believe it's a K&N unit, though I don't recall specifically.
>
> One can often times spot the downdraft weber equipped Spitfire by the outward
>bulging dent in the bonnet.
> Some have it worse then others. I suspect that it has a great deal to do
>with the motor mounts. Between
> how low they let the engine sit, and how much they let it rock.
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