air cleaners

[wavytour]

Is anyone doing other style of air cleaners then the typical 14 inch round one? Maybe custom?
Advice . Pictures

[kj69]

I found these when searching for a smaller air cleaner for my 69.

https://www.universalspinners.com/index.php

[Vimes]

Back when I was young and clueless I'd run one of those with as tall a filter as I could fit. It looks cool and sounds great especially when the big barrels on a quadrajet open, but draws hot underhood air into the engine. Today, knowing a bit more, I'd go with a carb hat and a modern airbox that draws air from the fender. Alternatively, I'd go with a dual snorkel with cold air plumbing if I wanted a traditional look. I saw a kit for a 68 Cutlass that had bumper inlets but as it was an ebay picture there's no telling how long that one would stay up.

Carb hat:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2024/08/df1bdd_130a0e7534524feeacae08d8353695f9m-1.jpg

Dual snorkel:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2024/08/413la3oAy1L_SL500_-1.jpg

[Elbert]

^^ Good tip for getting the modern airbox.

[zach_hamrie]

Yes, many car enthusiasts use custom air cleaners for a unique look or better performance. Some opt for oval or cone-shaped filters, while others design custom covers to match their engine bay. Cold air intakes or ram air systems are popular alternatives as well.