These instructions and illustration are for 1951 and it shows a Rochester carburetor, not a Carter carburetor.
However, the orientation of the filter would be the same - it has to be routed such that it does not conflict with the standard horn that was mounted on the intake manifold.
Chevs of the 40s has AC and non-AC glass bowl gas/fuel filters. They also sell a gasket. filter element, and the installation sheet.
A variety of styles of glass bowl filters were available. If you buy a used one, be sure to determine if replacement filter elements and gaskets are available.
