Hey Larry
I'm disappointed that folks with the Edelbrock Air Gap manifold haven't chimed-in to help you out.
In the past we've had some members claim they've fitted their "Edelbrock Air Gap" induction beneath the factory screen, but they've never specified if it were below the early mesh engine screen, or the later solid engine screen. I hope folks will chime in and help you out. You've been so helpful to others in the past, these forums are all about members helping members.
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