Stop in for a cup of coffee

Maybe more the filter further from the exhaust heat? IDK it might be OK there because it is in the air stream when the car is moving or fan is turning. I know thats close to factory but factory didn't have those headers. maybe a heat sheild under it?

Thanks

Yeah, the Headers are wrapped FWIW... but some heat shield probably wouldn't hurt. I'll see what's what after I get the carb cleaned up. That might just resolve it all and needs to be done regardless. (it was on the punchlist). That and the transmission flush...and since it's acting up now I might have to get at it sooner than later.