What should clearance be on Edelbrock exhaust manifold?
What should clearance be on Edelbrock exhaust manifold?
Be sure the piston to valve clearance is correct, must have clearance of .100” intake and .100” on the exhaust. Be sure self-aligning rocker arms are not being used with guide plates. Be sure the timing chain set is installed correctly. Be sure you have clearance between the rocker arms and valve cover.
What’s the minimum clearance for an Edelbrock lifter?
Minimum intake valve clearance should be .100”. Minimum exhaust valve clearance should be .100”. Some engine builders may run tighter clearances but the .100” clearance will ensure adequate piston to valve clearance. Should I pump up the Edelbrock lifters like I do on my stock lifters?
What happens if you run an Edelbrock at 2000 rpm?
Long durations of cranking engine will wipe lube off the cam and can cause cam failure. Do not allow the engine to run under 2000 rpm for the first 1/2 hour. Slow idle speeds may result in severe cam and lifter wear. Start the engine and bring to break-in rpm.
What can cause an Edelbrock engine to backfire?
Check your carburetor calibration and operation. A rich or lean carburetor can also cause engine to backfire. Also, be sure the carburetor is not flooding. Be sure the distributor is installed correctly and the firing order is correct. This can cause an engine to backfire.
Where does the Edelbrock carburetor come from?
Every Edelbrock Carburetor is manufactured in the USA and has been specifically designed and tuned by Edelbrock engineers to provide the widest overall torque range. For unmatched street performance, combine them with Edelbrock Performance Manifold and camshaft combinations!
What kind of intake manifold does a small block Chevy use?
Edelbrock Part # 3701 Performer EGR intake manifold is designed for street 1955-86 small-block Chevys. This manifold accepts late-model choke, water neck, air-conditioning, alternator and H.E.I. Has provisions to add oil fill tube. Not for 1987 and later cast iron or Chevy Bowtie heads. Will fit 1987 and later stock aluminum heads.
What kind of Edelbrock induction system do I Need?
Available for small-block and big-block Chevys, Chryslers, Fords and Pontiac, Edelbrock is making it easy to upgrade your induction system with the best combination of proven Edelbrock performance in a single box.
How to get a free Edelbrock air cleaner?
Buy any New Edelbrock Carburetor and get a FREE Air Cleaner. For instant redemption on your FREE Air Cleaner, simply add one of the following part numbers #1221 (Chrome) or #1223 (Black) to your shopping cart. For a FREE #1235 (Dual-Quad) Air Cleaner, you must purchase 2 Carburetors or a Dual-Quad Manifold and Carb Kit.
