Review on Enhanced Performance Intake Manifold - Edelbrock 2716 EPS by Bob Trapp

This intake manifold was purchased in place of the Edelbrock air gap for the Vortec heads because Edelbrock did not make the Vortec air gap when I was looking for the intake manifold. I was very happy with it. Even with a higher 10.5:1 compression ratio and 34 degree valve timing, this air intake is a great design and delivers more power without detonation in my application. I use a 180 degree thermostat and a 3/4" aluminum dual row radiator with a 50/50 mix and Hyper Lube Supercoolant additive. The intake manifold has an excellent finish and wears well through all thermal cycles. The carburetor is a Quick Fuel 750. I really wanted the air gap to keep the intake air temp down, but this EPS doesn't seem to have any heat issues. In fact, EPS was highly rated in a recent inlet article in 2013.