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EC 442INT EC Intake Manifold 1.125 HL to Clone/Honda/Predator
442INT EC Intake Manifold 1.125" HL to Clone/Honda/Predator
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EC 442INT EC Intake Manifold 1.125 HL to Clone/Honda/Predator

Part Number: 442INT
Online Price: $48.99
EC 442INT Billet Intake Manifold for 1.125” Tillotson HL/X380 to Honda GX200/Clone/Predator
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Description

EC 442INT Billet Intake Manifold

Fits 1.125” HL & EC X380 Tillotson Carburetors to Honda/Clone/Predator Engines


Purpose-Built for Open Class Dominance

The EC 442INT Billet Intake Manifold is engineered to adapt 1.125" Tillotson HL-series carburetors, including the industry-leading EC X380 Intimidator, to popular small block racing engines such as the Honda GX200, Clone 196cc, Predator 212/224, and Tillotson 196–268cc platforms.


Designed for high-performance open-class builds, this manifold delivers the airflow, vacuum signal, and precision fitment required to win races. Whether you're running billet or ported cast heads, the 442INT gives your engine the breathing room and tuning control needed for podium-level performance.


Why Choose the EC X380-6 Intimidator Carburetor?

For maximum results, pair this intake with our X380-6 Intimidator—the winningest 1.125” carburetor in open OHV racing.

Compared to the HL-380A/B (originally designed for flatheads), the X380-6 is specifically tuned for OHV engines and features:

  • A custom fuel circuit optimized for methanol
  • Superior throttle response and mid-to-top end power
  • More consistent tuning with fewer compromises


Precision CNC Machining for Maximum Airflow

Crafted from high-quality billet aluminum, the 442INT is CNC-machined to precisely match popular big valve intake port shapes, ensuring:

  • Smooth, unrestricted laminar airflow
  • No turbulence or misalignment at the manifold-port interface
  • Accurate fuel atomization and vacuum pulse delivery

A strategically located pulse hole ensures reliable diaphragm operation at high RPM—critical for maintaining fuel delivery and throttle response.


Intake Runner Length Matters

Thinking of tuning intake length for powerband optimization? Here’s what you need to know:

  • Diaphragm-style carbs (like the HL-series) require a strong intake pulse to operate effectively.
  • Longer intake runners reduce signal strength and responsiveness.
  • Intake tuning involves a complex balance of carb size, cam timing, port shape, and valve size.

The 442INT is engineered to strike the perfect balance—maximizing airflow without sacrificing vacuum signal strength—making it race-ready out of the box.


What’s Included

  • EC 442INT Billet Intake Manifold
  • Precision-machined pulse fitting
  • Complete mounting hardware


Engine & Carburetor Compatibility

Carburetors (1.125” Bore):

  • Tillotson HL-380 / HL-380A / HL-380B
  • EC X380 Intimidator Series

Engine Platforms:

  • Honda GX200 / Clone 196cc
  • Predator 212 / 224 Non-Hemi
  • Tillotson 196 – 268cc
  • Ducar 196 / 212 / 224
  • Wildcat 223 / 240
  • Ghost 212

Best Performance: Big valve cast cylinder heads
Smaller Valve Heads? Use our HL-304WX 1-inch carburetor kits with the EC 448INT intake for optimal flow and tuning.


FAQ

Q1: What carburetors are compatible with the EC 442INT Billet Intake Manifold?

A: The EC 442INT is designed for 1.125” Tillotson HL-series carburetors, including the HL-380A/B and the high-performance EC X380 Intimidator. These carburetors are commonly used in open-class OHV racing applications.


Q2: Which engines does this billet intake manifold fit?

A: This manifold fits popular small block OHV engines such as:

  • Honda GX200
  • Clone 196cc
  • Predator 212 / 224 (Non-Hemi)
  • Tillotson 196–268cc
  • Ducar 196 / 212 / 224
  • Wildcat 223 / 240
  • Ghost 212


Q3: What makes the EC 442INT ideal for open-class racing?

A: The EC 442INT is CNC-machined from billet aluminum to deliver unmatched airflow, strong vacuum signal, and precision fitment. It supports high-performance builds by maximizing fuel atomization and throttle response—critical for competitive open-class racing.


Q4: Why should I pair this manifold with the EC X380-6 Intimidator carburetor?

A: The EC X380-6 Intimidator is purpose-built for OHV engines and methanol fuel. It offers superior throttle response, consistent tuning, and more power across the mid-to-top RPM range—unlike older HL-380 variants originally designed for flathead engines.


Q5: Does the manifold include a pulse fitting for fuel delivery?

A: Yes. The EC 442INT comes with a strategically placed, precision-machined pulse fitting to ensure reliable diaphragm carburetor operation at high RPMs.


Q6: What’s the significance of intake runner length on performance?

A: Intake runner length directly affects the vacuum signal and tuning. Longer runners weaken the signal needed by diaphragm carbs like the HL series. The EC 442INT is optimized for ideal runner length to balance airflow and pulse strength, making it ready to race out of the box.


Q7: Can I use this manifold with small-valve cylinder heads?

A: For engines with smaller valve heads, we recommend using the HL-304WX 1” carburetor with the EC 448INT intake manifold for optimal flow and tuning.

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