©2005 Edelbrock Corporation
Brochure #63-0061, Rev. 12/05 - RS/mc
Page 4 of 4
Catalog #s 1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1409, 1410,
1411, 1412, 1413 - Performer Series Carburetors
4.
Connect all throttle and transmission linkages and throttle return
springs. You may have to cut, bend or modify your stock throttle
cable brackets to fit the new carburetor, or use GM #352279
(See
Fig. 8)
. 1972-78 small-block Chevys may use Edelbrock Throttle,
Transmission, and Cruise Control bracket #8031 #8036 or #8030
(chrome).
IMPORTANT NOTE: With
engine off make sure
that there is no
interference when
opening and closing the
throttle. Be sure there
is no binding or
hanging up between
idle and wide open
throttle as this could
cause the throttle to stick open, resulting in loss of engine
speed control.
5.
Connect manual choke cable to the provided lever attachment point
and cable mounting bracket
(See Fig. 9)
(manual choke models).
Electric choke
models connect
red choke wire
to 12 volt +
source that is
activated by
ignition switch
(Not coil or
alternator, see
Figure 7)
.
NOTE:
If
manual choke
is not connected (secondary carb of dual carb set-up, for example)
then choke blade must be fixed open. To lock open, use a stiff
piece of wire between the choke lever and the mounting bracket.
Fold the wire to double it's thickness about one inch from one end.
Insert the wire in the choke lever, hold choke blade in the wide open
position, and tighten cable clamp on folded end of wire.
6.
Connect all vacuum hoses to their proper location on carburetor
(See Figure 1)
. Replace hoses that appear brittle or cracked to
prevent vacuum leaks.
7.
Connect fuel line to carburetor. Avoid contact with any sharp edges
or areas of extreme heat.
NOTE:
Some late model Ford 460 engines are equipped with hot
fuel bypass units. It is necessary to replace the stock unit with Ford
#E3TZ9N176B (with blue dot) which has a 0.040" orifice.
8.
Edelbrock idle compensator #8059 may be installed to raise idle
speed during air conditioning compressor operation.
9.
Install new air horn gasket and air cleaner stud (supplied). Install
air cleaner making sure it does not contact linkage or fuel line and
has proper hood clearance. We recommend Edelbrock Pro-Flo
chrome air cleaner #1221, which is a 14" diameter open element
air cleaner that is designed to fit all Edelbrock Performer Series
carburetor. Extremely low profile air cleaners will not fit electric
choke carburetor without air cleaner spacer #8092 (due to choke
and fuel line interference) but will fit manual choke carburetor when
used with 90° banjo fuel inlet fitting #8089
(See Fig. 10)
.
Manual choke cable and
fuel line connection
Fig. 9
Edelbrock Corporation • 2700 California St. • Torrance, CA 90503
Tech-Line: 800-416-8628 • E-Mail: [email protected]
GM#352279
Fig. 8
Banjo Fuel Fitting #8089
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
10. Mark air cleaner stud for proper length, remove from carburetor and
cut with hack saw. Deburr stud and re-install in carburetor, along
with the air cleaner
(See Fig. 11)
.
11. Re-check all linkage for smooth throttle operation.
12. Re-connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
13. Start the engine and check for fuel or vacuum leaks. With engine at
normal operating temperature and choke fully open, set idle speed
and mixture screws (see carburetor Owner’s Manual).
CAUTION:
Be alert to carburetor flooding. Flooding can be caused
by dirt, small particles of hose cuttings, floats and inlet needles
which have settled during shipping. When the fuel pump is turned
on or when the engine is first started, watch closely for signs of
flooding. If flooding occurs turn engine off immediately and lightly
tap on the side of the carburetor that is flooding, in the rear needle
and seat area with a rawhide mallet or wooden handle of a
hammer. Start engine and see if flooding continues, if so refer to
owners manual.
WARNING:
NEVER POUR FUEL DIRECTLY DOWN THE
CARBURETOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE! THIS
MAY CAUSE A BACKFIRE AND POSSIBLE ENGINE
COMPARTMENT FIRE, RESULTING IN ENGINE OR VEHICLE
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH.
