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6.

Remove valve covers.

7.

Remove distributor cap and wires, rotate engine until rotor points
towards number 1 terminal in cap and pointer on front cover is on Top
Dead Center (TDC) and remove distributor. Note the approximate
position of the vacuum advance canister in relation to the manifold to
assist in getting the distributor properly located during re-installation.

8.

Remove carburetor and intake manifold. Remove fuel pump.

9.

Remove rocker arms and pushrods.
CAUTION: If your engine has non-adjustable rocker arms (1969-1/2 or
later), care must be taken to keep the pushrods and rocker arms in
proper order, as they may be different lengths.

10. Remove hydraulic valve lifters.
11. Remove crankshaft pulley and, using a suitable puller, crankshaft

dampener.

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PLEASE study these instructions carefully before installing your new camshaft. If you have any questions or problems, do not hesitate to call our
Technical Hotline at: 1-800-416-8628.

CAMSHAFT: Edelbrock Performer-Plus camshafts are ground specifically for use with the corresponding Performer manifold. The Performer
manifold #2181 or #3781, and Performer-Plus camshaft #2182, are designed to work as a team to give you better driveability and performance.
They are dyno-matched and street-proven. For best results, use the Edelbrock manifold/camshaft package with the carburetor and headers we
recommend.
NOTE: Maximum performance is achieved when packages are used with a 4-bbl carburetor and headers, however packages may be used with
any of the following equipment:

• manifold/camshaft package only

• aftermarket carburetor specified in instructions and catalog

• 1-5/8" headers

• aftermarket/re-curved distributors

IMPORTANT: This instruction sheet provides general installation guidelines which can affect your warranty. Read it carefully. It is not our intent to
cover each detail of installation here; a step-by-step procedure manual would be far too lengthy. We want to caution you that installing a camshaft
is a complicated procedure that requires a good general knowledge of automotive engines. If you are not confident that you can complete the
camshaft installation successfully, we suggest you consider having it installed by an experienced mechanic.

CAUTION: Improper installation will result in LOW MILEAGE, POOR PERFORMANCE, COSTLY RE-INSTALLATION, and ENGINE DAMAGE. TO AVOID
THESE PROBLEMS YOU MUST DO THE FOLLOWING: Carefully study and understand all instructions. Examine the camshaft for possible shipping
damage (if damaged contact you dealer immediately).

©2008 Edelbrock Corp. 

Rev. 9/08 - AJ/mc

Brochure #63-2182

1.

Disconnect battery.

2.

For ease of installation, keep all parts in some sort of order.
WARNING: Do not remove radiator cap or radiator hose if engine is
hot.

3.

Drain radiator coolant, move fan shroud back and remove fan and
spacer from water pump. On air conditioned vehicles, remove lower
idler pulley and compressor-to- water pump mount.

Disconnect

hoses and brackets. NOTE: Do not disconnect a/c hoses unless
necessary.

Before disconnecting hoses, a/c system must be

evacuated by an authorized repair center. Most vehicles will require
radiator removal prior to cam removal. Remove water pump.

4.

Disconnect all linkage from carburetor such as throttle, throttle
springs, transmission, cruise control and automatic choke.

5.

Tag and remove vacuum lines.

PERFORMER-PLUS 

Camshaft/Lifters/Lube Kit

CATALOG #2182

MODEL: 351-Windsor Ford V8 

PREPARATION CHECKLIST 

Use the following checklist for items needed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

box and open-end wrenches

socket set

distributor wrench

pliers (channel locks & hose clamp)

screw drivers (regular and phillips)

torque wrench

hammer

gasket scraper or putty knife

timing light

vacuum gauge

rags

water bucket

harmonic balancer puller

gear puller for crankshaft sprocket

HARDWARE & PARTS TO BUY

pipe plugs, if needed

Edelbrock Gasgacinch, #9300

RTV Silicone Gasket Sealant

chalk

paper and pencil

radiator coolant

teflon tape

Edelbrock Performer-Link True Rolling Timing Chain and Gear

Set #7811 or #7820

Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs, #5882 (non-rotators)
or #5982 (rotators)

Intake gasket set-Fel-Pro Printoseal or OE replacement

front cover oil seal- OEM or equivalent

Manifold bolt kit #8584 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENGINE PARTS REMOVAL BEFORE CAMSHAFT INSTALLATION

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