Is there any way to modify or upgrade the stock air cleaner on my '83 2.8l to get more airflow?

Would it be a good idea to remove the stock filter and replace it with a cone filter at the corner as a cold(er) air intake?

I tried it, car hated it.
It did sound cool hearing all the whooshing and whistling sounds.
I went back to the snorkels once I got a new MAF. Also, I have removed all the baffling that blocks the air below the air filters.