Quote Originally Posted by blueguy91 View Post
It's because the manifold is not only physically taller and thicker, but longer too. Plus you're adding the adapter to it. So to answer:

1. Will the 4 bolt LS throttle bodies line up with the L26 intake bolts? - Yes; however it's a totally different setup (cable vs. DBW). Won't work.
2. Is a LS1 Maf even tunable for a n/a basically stock engine? Would it go that low? Tuneable; sure. Worth it? Newp. Told ya that already.
3. Is there any other options other than of course cutting the hole out or going back to L36 manifold? Sure. Plenty of options. Sell the Trasher Intake and just go to an open cone. It's an N/A 3800. You're not making any difference in power...and if you are, you aren't noticing anything.
Thanks for the input blue guy. I was under the impression that there were 4 bolt cable ls throttle bodies on some larger trucks and suvs.

I realize it's throwing way too much work and effort for such a small problem, but hey, that about describes this car in a nutshell!

Basically, I'm wondering if by removing the adapter and using the 4 bolt cable ls throttle body, I could dramatically shorten the snout, then position either an lq4 or ls maf sensor in line after I bend the tubing.

I'm currently running an open cone and I love it, I'm more trying this for the principle of the thing and the look, which yeah, I know is probably dumb.

I'm thinking the "easiest" route would be to see if the adapter and a northstar throttle body with lq4 maf sensor fits since these are much easier to adapt since there are adapters and converters by zzp where I technically wouldn't even need a custom tune.

Plus, I'm not sure where I'm going with this car, if I go turbo, although the gains would be small, I'd already have the maf sensor I need.

I really appreciate the input, and will definitely take it into consideration. Any other thoughts are appreciated!