Edelbrock 2716 - Manual

Catalog #2101, 2104, 2116, 2601, 2604, 2701, 2716,
3701, 3706, 7101, 7104, 7116, 7501, 7516, 75013

©2008 Edelbrock Corporation

Brochure #63-0334, Rev. 6/08 - AJ/mc

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Performer and Performer RPM Intake Manifolds

For Small Block Chevrolet Engines

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

®

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 or e-mail us at

[email protected]

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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 and Performer EPS intake manifolds are designed for 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy engines operating in

the idle to 5500 rpm range. Performer RPM and RPM Air-Gap intake manifolds are designed for 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy engines
operating in the 1500-6500 rpm range. In most cases, these manifolds accept late model water necks, air conditioning, alternator and H.E.I.
ignition systems. Any exceptions are listed in the “Applications” section below. Match Performer or Performer RPM intake manifolds with
recommended carburetors and additional equipment for even greater performance increases.

APPLICATIONS:

INTAKE MANIFOLD

REFERENCE

APPLICATION

2101, 3701

B, D

Performer - ‘86 and Earlier: For 1955-86 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy. Performer manifold

2101 Includes provision to add oil fill tube. Not for Chevy Bowtie heads. Will fit 1987 and later
stock aluminum heads. 3701 includes provision for EGR.

2104, 3706

B

Performer - For 1987-95 Cast Iron Cylinder Heads: Designed for street 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8s

equipped with factory cast iron heads with canted center bolt holes. Will not fit 1987-95 factory
aluminum cylinder heads. Will not fit Chevy Bowtie or LT1 heads.

2601, 2604

A, C, D

Performer Air-Gap: Fits 1955-86 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy. Air-Gap designs separate the

runners from the hot engine oil resulting in a cooler, denser charge for more power. No provisions
for exhaust heated chokes or exhaust crossover. 2604 is for 1987-95 cast iron heads with canted
center bolt holes

2701, 2716

A, C, D

Performer EPS: For 1986 and earlier 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevys (#2701), the Performer

EPS is optimized to deliver superior performance with Edelbrock square-bore Performer Series or
Thunder Series AVS carburetors. Runner design is “tuned” for peak torque around 3500 rpm on
a 350 c.i.d. engine. Performer EPS Vortec #2716 fits 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8s utilizing Vortec
(L31) cast iron, or Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum cylinder heads.

2116

A, C, D

Performer Vortec: Designed for 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8s using 1996-later Vortec (L31) cast iron,

or Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum cylinder heads. Includes provision for external water bypass.

7101, 7104

A, C, D

Performer RPM: Designed for 1955-86 262-400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy for high-performance

street use. Will fit cast iron Chevy Bowtie heads. Includes provision to add oil fill tube. No
provision for exhaust heated choke. Accepts square-bore style carburetors only. 7104 is the
Performer RPM Q-Jet, which accepts Q-Jet or spread-bore style carburetors.

7501, 75013

A, C, D

RPM Air-Gap: Designed for 1955-86 262, 400 c.i.d. small-block Chevy. Features an Air-Gap

design, resulting in a cooler, denser charge for more power. Includes rear water outlets.

7116, 7516

A, C, D

Performer RPM Vortec: Designed for 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8s utilizing Vortec (L31) cast iron, or

Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum cylinder heads. 7516 is the RPM Air-Gap Vortec, includes rear water
outlets.

A -

Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.

B -

Stock replacement/street legal in some applications. See “Stock Replacement Parts List for Intake Manifolds” insert, or Catalog for details.

C -

Will not fit under stock Corvette hood.

D -

May be available in additional finishes, such as polished, PermaStar, or EnduraShine. See Edelbrock Catalog for details.