intake manifold

American

noun

a collection of tubes through which the fuel-air mixture flows from the carburetor or fuel injector to the intake valves of the cylinders of an internal-combustion engine.

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The rest will go for tools to make intake manifolds and fuel injection rails for the new V8.

From Seattle Times

The single carburetor and intake manifold that Henry Ford had specified for his engine were replaced with two carburetors on an aftermarket-supplied intake manifold that is an exact reproduction of those available in the 1930s.

From New York Times

Driver had used a dumbell to secure intake manifold in place, 2 tyres had cord exposed, insufficient tread on another tyre.

From BBC

Engine blocks and body panels evolved from iron and steel to lightweight aluminum alloys, while intake manifolds and oil pans were poured out of advanced plastics.

From Seattle Times

Redesigned intake manifolds are polished to improve airflow.

From Forbes

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