Important Warnings - Edelbrock PERFORMER Serie Instrucciones De Instalación

q Replace or add an in-line fuel filter. Dirt (i.e. corrosion residue
or other debris) found in carburetor will void your warranty.
q Check and replace the air filter if necessary.
q Check PCV valve and replace if clogged.
q Check all hoses for leaks or cracks and replace if necessary.
q Check fuel pump for proper operation. Replace if necessary.
Important Warnings Regarding Your Edelbrock Performer and Thunder Series AVS Carburetors. For a
Successful Installation, Read This Page Before Beginning the Installation.
WARNING: 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.
When working around gasoline, always work in a well ventilated area and keep all open flames, sparks, and other
sources of ignition away from the work area. Failure to do so can result in a FIRE or EXPLOSION.
• Edelbrock Performer and Thunder Series AVS carburetors ARE NOT for computer-controlled applications. This includes some
1981 & later GM vehicles with Rochester Q-Jet carburetor (will have a 2-wire plug that connects to the front of the carb) and some
1981 & later Ford vehicles with automatic overdrive (AOD) transmissions.
• The stock steel fuel line must be converted to a fuel resistant rubber hose. The stock steel line will not connect to the Performer
or Thunder Series AVS Carburetor. Use the Edelbrock Universal Fuel Line Kit #8135, this kit contains a filter, rubber fuel hose and
fittings to adapt 5/16" and 3/8" stock fuel lines. Please visit www.edelbrock.com for additional Fuel Line Kit options.
• The use of a new fuel filter (filter included with #1405 and #1406) between the fuel pump and carburetor is required. Failure
to do so will void the manufacture's warranty of the carburetor. It's good practice to keep the filter away from heat and not allow it to
come in contact with any part of the engine.
• You must use an Edelbrock Adapter #2696 when installing a Performer or Thunder Series AVS Carburetor on a General Motors
Quadrajet or Chrysler Thermoquad manifold.
• You must use an Edelbrock EGR Adapter #1476 when installing a Performer 1400 Carburetor onto an OE small block Chevrolet
manifold.
• Transmission Cable Adapter #8026 - Required for all Edelbrock/Carter AFB Carburetors when using the following Transmission: GM
700R4/2004R, 4L60.
• You must use an Edelbrock Adapter #2732 when installing a Performer or Thunder Series AVS Carburetors on Edelbrock manifolds
#2131, #2146, #2151, #2156, #2161, #2171, #2176, #2186, #2191, #3706, #3761, #3731, and #5486. Without this adapter, a
vacuum leak will occur, affecting the performance of the carburetor. Adapter is not needed on #2101, #2104, #2601, #2604 and
#3701.
• It may be necessary to re-route the fuel line to prevent interference with the air cleaner. Use Edelbrock Banjo Fitting #8089, Air
Cleaner Spacer #8092 (3/4") or Air Cleaner Spacer #8093 (1/2").
• Do not use more than 6.5 psi fuel pressure. Excessive fuel pressure may cause flooding. At IDLE, the fuel pressure must not exceed
6.5 psi. If the vehicle has an adjustable fuel-pressure regulator, it is highly recommended to set it to 5.5 psi. With most fuel pumps,
the minimum fuel pressure is encountered at high rpm and wide-open-throttle. Fuel pressure should not drop below 2.0 psi. If it does,
a fuel pump with more capacity may be required. Note that some later model vehicles (the 5.0L Ford is one example) have mechanical
pumps that will give more than 6.0 psi at idle. The vehicle will perform well, but may be prone to stalls on quick turns and stops with
the clutch disengaged. If this problem occurs, check the fuel pressure. If it is more than 6.0 psi at IDLE, it should be reduced through
the use of a regulator, such as Edelbrock #1727 and #8190, or by creating a restricted by-pass bleed to the fuel return line. Edelbrock
Street Fuel Pumps are highly recommended for all Edelbrock Performer and Thunder Series AVS carburetors.
Performer and Thunder Series AVS Carburetors
Rev. 10/08/13 - QT/mc
CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT WARNINGS

q Check the intake manifold and cylinder head gaskets for leaks
and replace if necessary.
q Check the ignition system: clean and gap or replace spark
plugs, plug wires, and adjust ignition timing to proper
specifications.
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