PLEASE study these instructions carefully before beginning this installation. Most installations can be accomplished with common tools and
procedures. However, you should be familiar with and comfortable working on your vehicle. If you do not feel comfortable performing this
installation, it is recommended to have the installation completed by a qualified mechanic. If you have any questions, please call our Technical
Hotline at: 1-800-416-8628, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Improper installation
will void your warranty and may result in poor performance and engine or vehicle damage.
DESCRIPTION: Edelbrock Performer series intake manifolds are designed for engines operating in the idle to 5500 rpm range. Performer RPM
series intake manifolds are designed for engines operating in the 1500-6500 rpm range. Match Performer or Performer RPM intake manifolds
with recommended carburetors and additional equipment for even greater performance increases.
APPLICATIONS:
INTAKE MANIFOLD
2166, 3766
7166
7566
A - Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.
B - Engine Swaps: Intended for engines swapped into pre-pollution controlled vehicle.
C - Available in additional finishes, such as polished, PermaStar, or EnduraShine. See Catalog for details.
KIT CONTENTS:
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MANIFOLD 2166 INCLUDES:
q 1 - Ford Water Pump Bypass Tube (Install into manifold by tapping lightly with a hammer. Use a block of wood to protect the tube.)
MANIFOLD 3766 INCLUDES:
q 1 - Ford Water Pump Bypass Tube (Install into manifold by tapping lightly with a hammer. Use a block of wood to protect the tube.)
q 1 - Steel EGR Spacer Adapter Plate (See Figure 2)
q 1 - EGR Adapter Plate Gasket (See Figure 2)
q 2 - 5/16"-18 x 2" Hex Capscrews
MANIFOLD 7166 INCLUDES:
q 1 - Ford Water Pump Bypass Tube (Install into manifold by tapping lightly with a hammer. Use a block of wood to protect the tube.)
q 2 - Throttle Bracket Spacers
MANIFOLD 7566 INCLUDES:
q 1 - Ford Water Pump Bypass Fitting, Threaded (3/8"-18 NPT x 5/8" Hose)
q 2 - Throttle Bracket Spacers
Catalog #2166, 3766, 7166, 7566
Rev. 9/3/15 - QT
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REFERENCE
APPLICATION
Performer 460: Designed for street 429/460 c.i.d. Ford V8s. Will not accept factory spread-bore
B, C,
carburetor. Will not fit 429 Cobra-Jet or 1988-later engines. #3766 accepts OEM EGR plate and
EGR valve. For replacement EGR plate gasket, use Edelbrock #3898.
Performer RPM 460: Designed for 429/460 c.i.d. Ford V8s for high-performance use. Fits standard
A, C,
or Cobra-Jet cylinder heads. Will accept square-bore or spread-bore carburetors. No provision for
exhaust heated choke. Will not fit 1988-later engines.
RPM Air-Gap 460: Designed for 429/460 c.i.d. Ford V8s for high-performance use. Fits standard
A, C,
or Cobra-Jet cylinder heads. Features an Air-Gap design, resulting in a cooler, denser charge for
more power. No provisions for exhaust heated chokes and no exhaust crossover.
PERFORMER AND PERFORMER RPM INTAKE MANIFOLDS
q 4 - 5/16"-18 x 3-1/4" Carburetor Studs
q 1 - 3/8"-18 NPT Pipe Plug
q 2 - Throttle Bracket Spacers
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For 429-460 C.I.D. Ford Engines
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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