Is this a single plane or dual plane manifold? In a single plane (open plenum) the pressure is going to be about the same, so it shouldn't make much difference where you pull vacuum from. In a dual plane you'll want to pull equally from either side.
Typical vacuum for street use is 17 inches, but you can get away with less or put an accumulator in to help.
Question is why have you removed the C302B heads, they are some of the best heads you can put on a Cleveland?
Julian
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