Edelbrock E-TEC 170 - Manual

Part #60959, 60969, 60979, 60989
Rev. 1/09 - AJ/mc

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©2009 Edelbrock Corporation

Brochure #63-0155

E-TEC 170 AND E-TEC 200 ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEADS

For Small Block Chevrolet Using Vortec Style Manifolds

Part #60959, #60969 (Bare)

Part #60979, #60989 (Complete)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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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 E-Tec 170 cylinder heads are designed for street/high performance use on 302, 327, 350, and 400 c.i.d. Small block

Chevrolet engines using Vortec style manifolds. E-Tec 200 cylinder heads are high-end street and racing cylinder heads intended for large
displacement small block Chevrolet engines. Both of these heads feature 64cc combustion chambers. Complete cylinder heads come assembled with
valvetrain parts capable of operating up to 6500 rpm.

Higher rpm applications will require the use of suitable valvetrain parts, such as larger

valve springs and retainers

. Other outstanding features include phosphor-bronze valve guides, ductile iron valve seats and premium one-piece,

stainless steel, high-flow valves, heat-treated machined steel retainers and valve locks, rocker studs, 5/16” guide plates, and heavy duty valve springs
which work with cams having valve lifts up to .600”. Spring load at .600” lift is 340 lbs. Check camshaft manufacturer’s spring load specifications
when using other than Edelbrock camshafts. These powerful heads use the

stock Vortec location for intake and exhaust flanges and bolt holes

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and centerbolt valve cover rails for compatibility with original equipment and aftermarket parts. Bolt holes for exhaust and intake flanges and rocker
studs are fitted with helicoil inserts for increased strength.

APPLICATIONS:

60959 (bare) / 60979 (complete) -

302, 327, 350, and 400 c.i.d. Small block Chevrolet engines using Vortec style manifolds. They also
replace original equipment on 1996 through 1998 Vortec 5.7L equipped vehicles (C.A.R.B. E.O.
pending. Call Edelbrock for detailed information). E-Tec 170 feature high velocity 170cc intake
ports and 70cc exhaust ports. Complete heads feature installed 1.940” intake and 1.550” exhaust
valves.

60696 (bare) / 60989 (complete) -

Intended for large displacement small block Chevrolet engines. E-Tec 200 cylinder heads feature
200cc intake and 78cc exhaust ports. Complete cylinder heads include 2.020” intake and 1.600”
exhaust valves.

Complete cylinder heads are assembled with the following components:

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Stainless steel, one-piece, swirl-polished intake and exhaust valves with under-cut stems for increased flow

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2-ring positive oil control seals on 6097; High quality vitton lip seals with metal jacket on 6098

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Edelbrock Sure-Seat valve springs #5767

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Retainers #9724

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Valve keepers #9616 for PN 6098, #9611 for PN 6097

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Valve spring seats #5769

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5/16” pushrod guide plates, or hardened washers* for use with self-aligning rocker arms.

*When using self-aligning rocker arms, remove guide plates and install the supplied hardened washers underneath the rocker studs.

NOTE:

Complete cylinder heads are assembled and prepared for installation right out of the box.

Bare cylinder heads will have valve

guides and seats installed, but will require final guide sizing and a valve job to match the valves you will be using

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