Inlet manifold choice?

[Simon]

I have a pick of two, the Holley contender dual plane and the Weiand 2p 180 (also dual plane)
Not after top end power, more torque and tractability.
Any advice most welcome.
Simon

 

[Randy V]

Either would be well suited for a docile package. You may be leaving a little on the table in terms of hp but you're already good with that. You might want to consider the Edelbrock Performer RPM Air-Gap intake. It's a bit taller but the open runner configuration will give you just a little better air/fuel density since it will run cooler.
Not that there's a lot of good ventilation on a Forty anyway...