Ram Jet 502 installation question 1st Gen Camaro

I am doing a ground up resto on my 67 camaro. I would like to install GM`s crate Ram Jet 502. I would like to do this without cutting any holes in my stock cowl induction hood. I am not a big fan of the raised cowl hood and would like to use the one I have. I know the ram jet from intake to the top is 11 inches tall. My car is in a thousand pieces at the paint shop now or I would just do the measuring my self. I would like to order the engine soon since I have the $$ at the time. Anyone see this install in a first gen Camaro? Or know if this beast will fit under the hood without mods? Thanks for any help in advance! :)

sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but methinks it aint gonna fit. its just too high. unless you can get some custom mounts that drop the engine a few inches. and then custom fab the drivetrain to accomodate the relocated engine. but i think your gonna have to live with the hole in the hood or a big scoop if you wanna run that engine. surry :(

I dissagree. I think it will fit. I don't think that the intake on the Ram Jet is any higher than a highrise intake with a carb and air cleaner. I think it's built to fit under the hood. I think that 11" is measured from the deck and not the heads or valve covers. Should fit like a glove. But hey, I've been wrong before.

Here is the infro from http://www.gmgoodwrench.com/gmgoodwrenchjsp/perfparts/partlist.jsp?section=ce&cat=9274

The Ram Jet manifold stands eleven inches tall as measured from the front and rear "china wall" on the cylinder block. That''s just half an inch taller than a typical single plane high rise manifold, Holley carb and air cleaner combo

Hey, thanks for the info guys.

no problem

put a blower on it

Ya, a Blower would be nice. But I like the sleeper look with big ponies. Although the sound a blower makes puts a smile on everyones face!

well, i stand corrected by 92RS, but i would be wary about it. id wait on ordering til you measure. set the money aside and dont spend it. or give it to a trusted friend to hold onto till you measure if you think youll spend it.

so I qualify as a trusted friend???? :D

i'll gladly hold it...

*ponders deep in thought* "Hmmmmmm I could hold that money and then get that LS1 and the shipping would be covered as well"


Dog dont listen to these ragamuffins. They are untrustworthy..I'll gladly errr I'll hold your money til you make up your mind. I give you my word as an Aussie :iceslolan

I think I will keep the $$$$ in the bank for now. But thanks for all the offers. Although I trust you guys are all trustworthy Chevy fans like myself! :evillol: