I just went through this last week and solution was easier/cheaper than I thought. I am finishing up a 71 Cuda, has a tricked out Magnum motor and a 5 speed. Aside from the intake being too tall for the original shaker components, the motor is tilted back a little due to the 5 speed. The first picture shows how high the set sat with the stock pieces, the 2nd picture shows the baseplate I made. Stock baseplates raise the outer ring about a half inch over the top of the carb throat. I used an aftermarket base that dropped it down about an inch, so an inch and half gain vs stock. The black part is a piece of 1/8 aluminum that costs 9 bucks at the local steel vendor. Was able to cut it with a jigsaw, and even tap it just using the bolts since it was aluminum and not steel. PLENTY stiff enough. I just wrapped it up last night, put the hood on and it works perfect. Email me at
psrde@aol.com if you need any more help. Paul
