Those of you using the 14"x3" open element, are you using the flat centered, flat offset or drop offset ones? Which ones fit without hood clearance problems. A part# would be nice. I really don't get it..

 

i've got the drop base air cleaner from Edelbrock, I can't run a carb stud b/c my intake is too high (edelbrock performer rpm) even with the drop base, btw I have a 14x2 air cleaner

its not a big deal cause the hood holds it on for me

 

Back in the day, when I still had a TBI system in the car, I ran a generic 1" drop base air cleaner with a 14x3" K&N. In fact, I still use the same filter and base with my Performer RPM, Edelbrock 750, and K&N X-Stream lid. I've never had a problem with hood clearance.