Question: So are those running a cross ram also running the matching 140 cam? Or stock 30/30 cam?
I've seen both. The 140 "off road" cam is pretty stout, idles higher than the 386 by several hundred, and would not be my #1 choice for a street cam. Headers do make them flow better either way. If you really get serious about one, I'd build the carbs exacly like the original 4295's in terms of innards, plus the 1:1 linkage setup (which is still available). BTW, the choke plates were not used on the 4295's, plus the shaft holes were not drilled for them, so I'd suggest plugging them, too. You can do this for "cheap" if you scrounge for the carbs, buy a used cross ram, and shop for the miscellaneous parts on eBay.
Couple of mine have gone on other Chevys as well, non-1st gen Camaros. I still think they are cool, old school and head turning. Will I run one on my Z's ? Know when I get there -
Regards,
Steve