1970 L/78 Nova open element air cleaner

[nuch_ss396]

Louis,

Thank you for that in-depth explanation of the two open
element air cleaners I asked about. I have a 69 & I can
locate a 70 base if needed. I can confirm that the tube
on the 70 version is indeed different that the 69 version.

So, I guess we will go with the 70 base and be done with it.
BTW, while on this topic, are the chrome lids to the open
element air cleaners any different between years? I suspect
not, but I should ask to be thorough.

Also, I ditto the request regarding the repro units. I'd sure
like to know if they are different ( wrong ) as well.

Steve

[WILMASBOYL78]

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M21RSZ28, I also would like your opinion on........when the 1970 Nova L-78 stopped using the 239 Open Element and switched over to the Dual Snorkel 257. Did Jan 1st, 1970 and any new EPA rules have anything to do with my thinking.
Also was there a similar situation with Non Cowl Induction Chevelles switching from Open to Dual Snorkel???

Thanks for your insight...........

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Chuck, my 3rd week jan/70 L78 Nova still had the original air cleaner base when I got it...so the change came after that...tw

[CamarosRus]

Tom, Very interesting to hear about your O1C Nova L-78. I'm just interested to learn when the Nova changed over to the Dual Snorkel and Chevelle for that matter.
I have NO Doubt that all 70 Camaro L-78's came with the Dual snorkel. The Dual Snorkel is the only L-78 A/C shown is 70 assy manual. My O1C Norwood Camaro has the Dual Snorkel.....

Many thanks Tom for your Nova 78 knowledge.........

[L78steve]

I've heard the dual snorkel change over came along late Feb.with the fuel return line and the exhaust resonators.Does this sound correct?

[USER-3965175]

I do not base my answers on opinions - everyone has one, right or wrong – opinions can lead to an incorrect conclusion. I base my answers on as much information as I can gather from either original cars or information by GM

I don’t have any information on Nova’s or Chevelle’s for a time line on Open Element vs. Dual Snorkel Air Cleaner usage

Build Sheets from September 1969 thru June 1970 would give a detailed history and would provide the best of the best for an accurate time line for Open Element vs. Dual Snorkel Air Cleaner usage

M21RSZ28

[nuch_ss396]

If you need a dual snorkel air cleaner for the L/78 Nova
or Camaro, or Chevelle - pucker up!

Just ended dual snorkel air cleaner eBay auction