If you’re talking about the aluminum teardrop shaped item, it’s just a cover for a hole. I can’t remember what would normally go there but most people cover it up.
It’s a wooden aftermarket wheel we customized with the Spyder emblem. We actually did an episode on the restoration of this steering wheel a few years ago too. 👍🏻
That steamline thing is, by my best guess, a fuel economy thing. Fuel air ratio is determined by air mass, so heat the intake charge up and you get less are mass, thus you can flow less fuel and improve fuel economy. But aftermarket doesn't think like OEM, so they design things for maximum performance, not maximum efficiency.
LS fest always looks like a good time. I hope to attend with my Trans Am when it’s complete.
Great video!! Did I hear you right. You’ve never tore a engine apart yet Holley is sending you free stuff???
At the time this video was made we’d never torn down an LS yet (have done several since) but it also was NOT free. 👍🏻
@@SpyderGarage oh okay thank you
Hi, novice question for you... what is that grey part on the manifold just behind the throttle body? thanks!!!
If you’re talking about the aluminum teardrop shaped item, it’s just a cover for a hole. I can’t remember what would normally go there but most people cover it up.
@@SpyderGarage that is what I'm referring to.... I like it and will try to find one online somewhere... LOL
Would like to make it to ls fest some time.
What’d you guys end up doing for the steam lines?
We custom-milled a stainless return radiator hose adapter that had a bung welded into the side.
Which steering wheel is that? Is it the one with the Spyder upgrade? Or something you picked up?
It’s a wooden aftermarket wheel we customized with the Spyder emblem. We actually did an episode on the restoration of this steering wheel a few years ago too. 👍🏻
@@SpyderGarage Nice! I'll be sure to check that out. Keep up the great work, and awesome as H(body) content!
That steamline thing is, by my best guess, a fuel economy thing. Fuel air ratio is determined by air mass, so heat the intake charge up and you get less are mass, thus you can flow less fuel and improve fuel economy. But aftermarket doesn't think like OEM, so they design things for maximum performance, not maximum efficiency.
Oh yeah! I never even thought about that. I think you’re probably right. Good call! 👍🏻
I'm dying to know if you make it to LS Fest!! 🤔😁
😂😂 Watch and see!
Right?! I've never been so anxious about a UA-cam project car!
I don’t think you’re going to gain any H.P. Swapping intakes, if you do, it’s not worth the trouble. Just my opinion.
You’d actually be shocked to see how much we did gain. 😉
I’ve heard it’s a big gane!!!