In this episode of Engine Masters, brought to you by AMSOIL, hosts David Freiburger, Steve Dulcich, and Steve Brule embark on an exciting quest to discover the ultimate manifold for maximizing horsepower on a massive big-block Chevrolet engine. We're not dealing with standard 454s or even 496s; this is a 598-cubic inch powerhouse. The team tests four distinct single-plane, single 4bbl manifolds from Dart, Pro-Filer, Brodix, and Edelbrock, examining how variations in runner wall designs and plenum configurations impact performance and power output.
Show
Engine Masters
Episode
S04E11
Air Date
Nov 06, 2019
Season 4 Episodes
S04E02
Heat Kills Power—the How and Why
S04E03
Carb Size Matters
S04E05
Pressure Testing the “Blower Manifold” Debate
S04E06
Tuning in the Tune-up
S04E07
Hydraulic Vs. Solid Lifters: the Redux!
S04E08
$40 Muffler Shootout
S04E09
Battle of the Budget Fuel Pumps
S04E10
You're Gonna Need a Bigger Plenum...
S04E11
Big-Inch, Big-Power, Big-Block Manifold Shootout
S04E12
The 440 You Can Afford