> I am interested to know about how much
> manifold pressure is lost using a good air
> filter system versus an unrestricted fresh
> air system (no filters).

http://rob.com/lancair/2002.04/16air.jpg
this mixing box isn't "ram" because of experience with uneven
fuel distribution. http://rob.com/cht/  the filter
will be on the co-pilot side near the oil pan while
the other side does a 360 to
http://rob.com/lancair/2002.04/4top.jpg

my guess is not close enough to the prop for Gary
but it will be "cool" air.. :-)