As I assemble my 1966 SBC 283ci, I’m learning a lot.
It appears there were at least 2 different designs for the DS ram horn manifold. I bought an aftermarket (Dorman) DS manifold with the boss for the alternator bracket. When I opened the box I found a donut ring gasket piece just like the one I have on my 230ci downpipe.

So I’m guessing the 283 manifold downpipe also uses the same style insert piece (about 3” - see last 2 pictures) that I also used with my 230 downpipe. Asking for confirmation.
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Last edited by Lugnutz; 08/20/2021 10:22 PM.