intake manifold

American  

noun

1. 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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Example Sentences

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 • Nov. 18, 2021

Powered by the 260-cubic-inch version of Ford’s small V8, it did not pack as much punch as Mr. Bridgforth wanted, so he upgraded it with a high-performance intake manifold and exhaust headers.

From New York Times • Apr. 4, 2014

It measures intake manifold boost pressure produced by the turbocharger.

From Time Magazine Archive

A three-piece composite intake manifold reduces engine weight and creates an efficient path for airflow, while Suzuki's multi-stage induction system adjusts to engine speed to create improved combustion and optimal performance throughout the rpm range.

From Time Magazine Archive

Under these conditions the float is at the bottom and the suction at the intake manifold produces a vacuum in the tank which draws the gasoline from the main tank to the upper chamber.

From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Pag?, Victor Wilfred