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corn · 07-07-2007, 06:15 PM

I have an Edelbrock torker intake on my 396, the one where the carb sits at a slight angle. Id like to find one for a small block but cant find anything anywhere. I know they made them because my dad had a 71 GMC with a hot little small block way back when, that had one on it. Anyone have any pics or know where I can find one? They may have also been called a Tarantula or a Scorpion. Heres the one I have on my BB...Thanks...

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 07-07-2007, 06:17 PM

I dont know about the s.b but I like that b.b intake and it just happens I need one for my 454...... Perfect timing ...

cdowns · 07-07-2007, 06:23 PM

the original torquer for small blocks were canted they got rid of it after a year or so and came out with the torquer II // i see them on occasion on ebay and at the swapmeets// there were a few other manufactures that had the canted carbs also

corn · 07-07-2007, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

the original torquer for small blocks were canted they got rid of it after a year or so and came out with the torquer II // i see them on occasion on ebay and at the swapmeets// there were a few other manufactures that had the canted carbs also

Any idea of the other brands?

eedgell · 07-07-2007, 07:12 PM

Wiend, Offenhouser Are all that come to mind... I think on it and get back.

cdowns · 07-07-2007, 07:29 PM

i believe weind was the first with that design if i remember it was dreamed up by smokey yunick for transam racing
i think mickey thompson had one too

SCOTI · 07-07-2007, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by corn

...I have an Edelbrock torker intake on my 396, the one where the carb sits at a slight angle. Id like to find one for a small block but cant find anything anywhere. I know they made them because my dad had a 71 GMC with a hot little small block way back when, that had one on it. Anyone have any pics or know where I can find one? They may have also been called a Tarantula or a Scorpion. Heres the one I have on my BB...Thanks...

They were known as the 'Scorpion' intake & even had a little scorpion in the casting & were Edelbrock intakes.
The 'Tarantula' was the BBC version. I used to have one of each, but only have the BB version now.

corn · 07-07-2007, 10:56 PM

Thanks guys, Im pretty sure my dad had the edelbrock. All the Scorpions Ive seen have the straight mount flange but Ill keep an eye out for that name. Thanks again...

Bob 68327 · 07-07-2007, 11:37 PM

The small block torker was not canted but a good intake . Swap meet or maybe the boards for a used one . I just sold one about a month ago!! I 'm running a vintage strip dominator which is way taller. The scorpion they are talking about is kind of a air gap design of the past and really hard to find. I don't think I can legally tell you where to find one according to the web rules!! Hope this helps

Bob 68327 · 07-07-2007, 11:41 PM

Here's a pic of the small block version of that intake!!!!

corn · 07-08-2007, 01:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob 68327

The small block torker was not canted but a good intake . Swap meet or maybe the boards for a used one . I just sold one about a month ago!! I 'm running a vintage strip dominator which is way taller. The scorpion they are talking about is kind of a air gap design of the past and really hard to find. I don't think I can legally tell you where to find one according to the web rules!! Hope this helps

Actually, you can tell me because Im a paid member but this isnt the swap page so lets let it be. I have my heart set on the angled mount style so Ill just keep my eyes pealed. I dont even have anything to put it on right now. Thanks, all help is appreciated...

**67 cst swb** · 07-08-2007, 01:20 AM

I was thinking the Weiand Torker (the original, not the Torker II) was canted, but that was 15-17 years ago that I was selling those.
(does that make me old?)
Anyway, I love the looks of that carb mounted all croked in there, BBC or sbc either one looked way cool.

Bob 68327 · 07-08-2007, 09:59 AM

The pic I posted is an origional torker from the mid sixties I have never seen one for the sbc that is canted . I always thought it would be cool also. If anyone has a picture of one that is canted I would like to see it!!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 07-08-2007, 03:32 PM

I have the intake you posted apic of sitting in my shop very well performing intake...

ChevLoRay · 07-08-2007, 04:00 PM

It's only because you want the old guys to reply, but this old guy ain't any help, except I do remember them from "back in they day", but I was FoMoCo, back then and.....broke.

**special-K** · 07-08-2007, 06:46 PM

They are distinguished by the straight runners.The small block manifolds mounted the carb square.I had one on my`71Blazer from the early`80s and it was already no longer produced back then.It`s a good race motor high rpm hp design.I now have one for my shortbed project,but it`s up at my shop.

07-07-2007, 06:15 PM	#1
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Okay old guys, I need help here I have an Edelbrock torker intake on my 396, the one where the carb sits at a slight angle. Id like to find one for a small block but cant find anything anywhere. I know they made them because my dad had a 71 GMC with a hot little small block way back when, that had one on it. Anyone have any pics or know where I can find one? They may have also been called a Tarantula or a Scorpion. Heres the one I have on my BB...Thanks... Last edited by corn; 10-10-2009 at 12:18 PM.

07-07-2007, 06:17 PM	#2
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here I dont know about the s.b but I like that b.b intake and it just happens I need one for my 454...... Perfect timing ... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-07-2007, 06:23 PM	#3
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here the original torquer for small blocks were canted they got rid of it after a year or so and came out with the torquer II // i see them on occasion on ebay and at the swapmeets// there were a few other manufactures that had the canted carbs also __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

07-07-2007, 07:12 PM	#5
eedgell It's the air up here Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 710	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here Wiend, Offenhouser Are all that come to mind... I think on it and get back. __________________ 1971 cheyenne k10 4 speed np 205 454 BB factory a/c Never drink down stream of the herd! Eric

07-07-2007, 07:29 PM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here i believe weind was the first with that design if i remember it was dreamed up by smokey yunick for transam racing i think mickey thompson had one too __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

07-07-2007, 10:56 PM	#8
corn Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: here Posts: 5,789	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here Thanks guys, Im pretty sure my dad had the edelbrock. All the Scorpions Ive seen have the straight mount flange but Ill keep an eye out for that name. Thanks again...

07-07-2007, 11:37 PM	#9
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here The small block torker was not canted but a good intake . Swap meet or maybe the boards for a used one . I just sold one about a month ago!! I 'm running a vintage strip dominator which is way taller. The scorpion they are talking about is kind of a air gap design of the past and really hard to find. I don't think I can legally tell you where to find one according to the web rules!! Hope this helps __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

07-07-2007, 11:41 PM	#10
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here Here's a pic of the small block version of that intake!!!! Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

07-08-2007, 01:20 AM	#12
67 cst swb Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Rapid City, SD Posts: 2,281	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here I was thinking the Weiand Torker (the original, not the Torker II) was canted, but that was 15-17 years ago that I was selling those. (does that make me old?) Anyway, I love the looks of that carb mounted all croked in there, BBC or sbc either one looked way cool. __________________ My Trucks: 1967 Chevrolet Short Wide Box 327 TH350 9" w/3.90 gears paint will be White - Current Project 1967 Chevrolet Custom LWB 283 TH400 3.73 Posi, no-AC, no-PS, no-PB, bench-seat, small-window - mostly orig driver 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB originally a 327 TH400 3.73 Posi AC PS PB, had Buddy Buckets, Small Window - parts truck 1967 Chevrolet CST LWB, 283 MT 3.73 had Buddy Buckets, Panoramic Window - parts truck 2001 Chevrolet 3500 2WD Crew Cab Dually 8.1L Allison White Last edited by 67 cst swb; 07-08-2007 at 01:25 AM.

07-08-2007, 09:59 AM	#13
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here The pic I posted is an origional torker from the mid sixties I have never seen one for the sbc that is canted . I always thought it would be cool also. If anyone has a picture of one that is canted I would like to see it!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

07-08-2007, 03:32 PM	#14
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,601	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here I have the intake you posted apic of sitting in my shop very well performing intake... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

07-08-2007, 04:00 PM	#15
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here It's only because you want the old guys to reply, but this old guy ain't any help, except I do remember them from "back in they day", but I was FoMoCo, back then and.....broke. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

07-08-2007, 06:46 PM	#16
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,861	Re: Okay old guys, I need help here They are distinguished by the straight runners.The small block manifolds mounted the carb square.I had one on my`71Blazer from the early`80s and it was already no longer produced back then.It`s a good race motor high rpm hp design.I now have one for my shortbed project,but it`s up at my shop. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~



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