VORTEC Air Cleaner Options

[1973Guppie]

Hi All,

I have an FJ40 with a 99 Vortec V8 Engine out of a Suburban. I would like to get rid of the K&N filter that I am currently using and go with a paper element. Ideally I would like something that sucks air from outside as on hot days now the air filter sits above the header and I think cooler air would help matters. I have thought of a snorkel but would like to not have to do this if possible. I am looking for options using a paper element that can be replaced easily. I am thinking of something I could route to suck cooler air from the front grill somehow? I am not sure whether or not the stock assembly would work as I am fairly sure it is way too big for the cramped 40 engine compartment. For those guys with vortecs in their engine, Any pics, ideas or ? out there would help out greatly!

thanks,

Noah
San Diego, CA
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[JohnL]

I'm not running a VORTEC, but I found a trip around the junkyard can net you a good airbox and hose assembly to fit just about anywhere you have room to fit one. You can plumb the intake for anywhere you want.

sorry, would give you pics if you could, but I'm just an "F" !

 

[1973Guppie]

Thanks. Thought of that but I am trying to not reinvent the wheel if someone has something that I know will work.

Noah