Common questions

What kind of manifold do I need for an Edelbrock engine?

What kind of manifold do I need for an Edelbrock engine?

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1) Use either Edelbrock #7201 or Fel-Pro #1256 (#1205 for aftermarket heads) intake gasket set when installing this intake manifold. 2) Fully clean the cylinder head intake flanges and the engine block end seal surfaces.

What kind of camshaft does Edelbrock 27011 intake manifold use?

Should this occur recalibrate with a richer jet. • CAMSHAFT AND HEADERS:The Performer Series manifolds are compatible with aftermarket camshafts and headers designed to work in the idle-5500 rpm range. Edelbrock has developed dyno-matched, street proven camshafts (#2102 for 262-350 cid and #2103 for 400 cid engines) for use with the #2701 manifold.

What kind of torque converter do I need for Edelbrock performer?

With an Edelbrock Performer RPM camshaft a 2,500 stall speed torque converter is recommended. Any torque converters with a stall range from 2,200 to 2,800 rpm would be acceptable. I want to run an RPM cam do my stock heads need to be modified to run this cam?

Can a Edelbrock lifter be primed before installation?

Edelbrock lifters are an anti-pump lifter design, these lifters should not be pumped up, primed, or soaked in oil. If the lifters get pumped up before the installation, the lifters will become solid and you will not be able to adjust the lifter preload, the valve will just be opened when valve adjustment is performed.

What is a performance intake manifold?

A high-rise intake manifold is a high-performance manifold often used in drag racing. This manifold provides an air-fuel mixture that creates a smooth response throughout the power band of the motor.

What is the best intake manifold for a Chevy 350?

The very best square bore 4-bbl intake for a 350 Chevy is the dual-plane, high-rise Edelbrock RPM manifold #7101, not the Air Gap, just the standard RPM.

What is an air gap manifold?

The RPM Air-Gap is a dual-plane intake manifold with a dropped plenum divider that separates the intake runners from hot engine oil in the lifter valley. This provides a cooler, denser air/fuel charge for more power.

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