Open Element Air Cleaner and HEI Clearance

[TheWhiteElephant]

Hi, everyone. I am looking into buying an open element air cleaner assembly. I am currently running points (SBC 350) but will switch to an HEI distributor soon. I'd like to buy a 14" air cleaner assembly with a 5" element.

I know there are 14" assemblies that have clearance issues with the HEI distributor. Some are offset to combat this. I'd like to buy one now that will fit my eventual HEI upgrade so that I will not have to buy another air cleaner when I make the switch. Anyone have any issues with this? I also don't want to cut/modify the base and don't really want to use an 11" unit.

I used to run an HEI with an open element in my other (sold) truck but can't remember the specs.

Thanks in advance.