PERFORMER-PLUS CAMSHAFT KIT FOR BIG-BLOCK CHEVY 396-427-454 V8
PERFORMER-PLUS CAMSHAFT KIT FOR BIG-BLOCK CHEVY 396-427-454 V8
SKU:EDL 7162
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Brand New Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Big-Block Chevy 396-427-454 V8 (Part #7162).
Edelbrock part #7162 Performer RPM Camshaft is designed for big-block Chevy 396-427-454 V-8 applications. This Edelbrock cam kit produced 540 HP & 530 ft-lbs. of torque when used with #7163 intake and #60559 cylinder heads on a 454 engine. The camshaft works well with high-performance's street applications, Performer RPM cams provide power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. This hydraulic lifter camshaft is dyno-matched to Performer RPM manifolds for high-rpm horsepower while still maintaining acceptable low-end torque. With 10 to 12 inches of manifold vacuum at idle, Performer RPM cams have more lift and duration than most street camshafts. Hydraulic flat tappet lifters are included with each Performer RPM camshaft.
- Recommended Valve Springs for OEM heads: Edelbrock part #5762
- Not for 1965-66 big-block Chevys requiring a grooved rear cam journal.
- Use only stock ratio rocker arms
- Adjustable valvetrain required
- In order for this Performer RPM cam and lifter kit to be covered under ANY WARRANTY you MUST use the correct Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs or equivalent.
- Do not use rotator type valve springs or retainers for this application.
- Oil/additive must contain Zinc designed for use with flat tappet camshafts.
- Coat cam lobes and bottoms of each lifter with MoS2 lube (supplied) to prevent cam lobe and lifter wear from occurring during initial start-up.
- 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.
Camshaft Specifications:
- Duration @ .050 Intake: 240 degrees
- Duration @ .050 Exhaust: 246 degrees
- Lift @ Valve Intake: .560"
- Lift @ Valve Exhaust: .573"
- Lobe Separation: 112 Degrees -
- Intake Centerline: 110 Degrees -
- Idle Vacuum @ 1000 RPM's: 10"
- Lifter Type: Hydraulic Flat Tappet