EDELBROCK PERFORMER SERIES CARBURETORS
Part #1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1409, 1410, 1411, 1412 & 1413
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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.
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 Series Carburetor.s have been calibrated, factory flow-tested, and preset. These instructions also apply to
carburetors featuring our EnduraShine™ finish. Please read all instructions prior to installation. For “Theory of Operation” and “Tuning Procedures”,
see the accompanying carburetor Owner’s Manual. These are non-emissions carburetors, check your local emissions laws.
ATTENTION: EDELBROCK CARBURETORS ARE NOT CALIBRATED FOR OR COMPATIBLE WITH ALCOHOL RACE FUEL OR E85 PUMP FUEL.
USE OF ALCOHOL OR E85 IN YOUR EDELBROCK CARBURETOR WILL DAMAGE YOUR CARBURETOR AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY. THESE
FUELS CAN ALSO DAMAGE OTHER FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, UNLESS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ALCOHOL FUELS.
NOTE: Edelbrock Performer Series carburetors are not for computer-controlled applications. That includes some 1981 & later GM
vehicles with Q-Jet carburetor and some 1981 & later Ford vehicles with automatic overdrive (AOD) transmissions.
KIT CONTENTS:
❑ 1 Installation Instruction Sheet
❑ 1 Owner’s Manual
❑ 1 Warranty Card
❑ 1 Square-Bore Base Gasket
❑ 1 Air Horn Gasket
❑ 2 5/32” Vacuum Caps (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 5/32” Vacuum Tee (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 1/4 NPT Pipe Plug (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 Throttle Cable Ball-End Stud - 10-32 x .250”
(Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 10-32 Hex Nut (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 3/16” Internal Star Washer (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 4 5/16” SAE Flat Washers (EnduraShine™ finish only)
❑ 1 Air Cleaner Stud
❑ 1 Red Choke Positive Wire (Electric choke carburetors only)
❑ 1 Black Choke Ground Wire (Electric choke carburetors only)
CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION
WARNING: 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.
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Replace fuel filter. Dirt (i.e. corrision residue or other debris)
found in carburetor voids warranty.
Check and replace the air filter if necessary.
Check PCV valve and replace if clogged.
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Check fuel pump for proper operation. Replace if necessary.
Check the intake manifold and cylinder head gaskets for leaks and
replace if necessary.
Check the ignition system: clean and gap or replace spark plugs,
plug wires, and adjust ignition timing to proper specifications.
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Check all hoses for leaks or cracks and replace if necessary.
PARTS AND TOOLS RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION
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Throttle Linkage Kits for Ford or Chrysler applications (See
Carburetor PREPARATION, Step #1)
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New fuel filter (Edelbrock #8135 or equivalent)
Chrome Steel Fuel Line Kit #8134 includes fuel filter.
Banjo Fuel Fitting #8089 (if required for air cleaner clearance).
New air cleaner (Edelbrock #1221 or #4221 recommended). If stock
or other air cleaner is to be used, check fit on carburetor before
installation to determine if Edelbrock Air Cleaner Spacer #8092 is
required.
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Carburetor adapter, if carburetor is to be installed on other then
square-bore intake manifold. See steps #4 and #5 for specific part
numbers. Do not use a 4-bbl to 2-bbl adapter (Use Edelbrock carbs
on intake manifolds designed for 4-bbl carburetors only!)
Universal Throttle Return Spring Kit #8005 (if original return spring
cannot be reused).
Sockets/wrenches/tubing wrenches
Pliers
Hacksaw and/or tubing cutter
Screwdrivers & Torx driver (for electric choke models)
Wire crimpers (for electric choke models)
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Choke cable kit (manual choke only) or electrical connectors
(electric choke only).
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Throttle, transmission, and cruise control bracket #8031, 8036, or
8030 (chrome) for 1972-1978 small-block Chevrolet. Other
applications may require modification to original bracket.
Divided Square-Bore Heat Insulator Gasket #9266 for dual-plane
(stock or Performer series) manifolds. May be used in place of
Square-Bore Adapter Plate #2732 on some Edelbrock manifolds.
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Test Meter or Test Light (for electric choke models)
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6. Do not use more than 6.5 PSI fuel pressure. Excessive fuel
pressure may cause flooding. If your fuel pressure is too high, install
an adjustable pressure regulator, such as Edelbrock #8190.
9. Remove carburetor, being careful not to spill any dirt into the intake
manifold. Immediately place a clean rag into the intake manifold to
keep foreign objects out.
7. It may be necessary to re-route the fuel line to prevent interference
with the air cleaner. Test fit your air cleaner on your new carburetor
before you begin installation. Look for areas of interference such as
the choke housing, fuel inlet fitting, and fuel line.
10. Remove old mounting gasket and thoroughly clean mounting
surface. Compare old carb gasket to the gasket included with your
Edelbrock carburetor. If there is a difference in bolt pattern or bore
spacing, an adapter will be required (see “Before Removing Old
Carburetor”, steps #4 & #5).
PERFORMER SERIES CARBURETOR INSPECTION
1. Check for possible damage to the carburetor.
CARBURETOR PREPARATION
1. Compare the throttle
Ford Throttle Lever #1483
arm of your new
2. Make sure all throttle linkages operate freely.
bolts to carb throttle arm
carburetor with the old
3. Ensure that all fuel inlet and vacuum ports are free from packing
material.
one to be sure that all
required linkages will
hook up. Install the
proper throttle and
transmission linkage
for your particular
CARBURETOR REMOVAL
1. Prior to removal, make sure that the engine is cool.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
application. Throttle
stud is removable and
Fig. 6
3. Remove air cleaner. Be sure to carefully disconnect any hoses from
the air cleaner and note their location for reinstallation. You may
want to mark them with masking tape for easy reference.
must be installed in the proper location. Chrysler vehicles with
automatic transmission will require Throttle Lever Kit #1481. Ford
vehicles with automatic transmission and cable linkage will require
Throttle Lever Kit #1483 (See Fig. 6) and Throttle Cable Plate Kit
#1490 (for 289-302), #1491 (for 351-W), #1493 (for 351-C & 351-
M/400), or #1495 (for 429/460).
4. Disconnect throttle linkage, kickdown linkage (certain automatic
transmission applications only), cruise control (if equipped) and any
return springs if present.
NOTE: Check carefully for the precise location of all these
linkages and return springs. You may want to mark them with
masking tape for easy reference.
2. Check and prepare carburetor for proper vacuum fitting installation
(EGR, power brakes, PCV, distributor, transmission, etc.), using the
supplied vacuum caps, “T” and hose when applicable. If vacuum
port at rear of carb is not used, plug with the 1/4 NPT pipe
plug supplied (Except marine models, port is not drilled).
5. Disconnect all wires, tubes, and hoses from carburetor and note
their locations.
NOTE: There should be a maximum of one wire to the electric
choke and one to the idle compensator solenoid (if equipped
with A/C). Any other electrical wiring attached to your
carburetor indicates a computer controlled engine. Edelbrock
carburetors will not function correctly on computer controlled
applications.
3. On electric choke models (See Fig. 7), remove one choke housing
retaining screw and install eyelet end of choke ground wire (black)
to the choke housing, and reinstall the screw. Connect clip end of
choke ground wire to negative (–) spade terminal on choke housing.
Black wire (–): To Ground
(Carb Body)
Retaining
Screws (3)
6. Disconnect the heater tube from the choke housing (if so equipped).
Edelbrock carburetors do not use the hot-air-style choke, so this
tube may be left disconnected with no problems. If you would like
to cover this opening on a stock manifold, you may be able to use
the appropriate Edelbrock Choke Adapter Plate: #8901 for small-
block Chevrolets; #8961 for big-block Chevrolets; #8951 for
Oldsmobile V8s; #8971 for 351-M/400 Fords; #8981 for 351-W
Fords.
Red Wire (+): To Ignition Key Activated
12V Source (NOT coil or alternator!)
Fig. 7
7. Carefully remove the fuel line from the carburetor. TAKE EXTREME
CARE NOT TO SPILL ANY EXCESS FUEL. Place a rag underneath
the fuel line to absorb any spillage that may occur. Certain models
require two wrenches to remove the fuel line; one to hold the fitting
on the carburetor and the second to turn the fitting on the fuel line.
Use a tubing wrench to avoid rounding the tube fitting nut.
CARBURETOR INSTALLATION
1. Remove rag from intake manifold and install new studs, mounting
gasket and adapters (where applicable).
NOTE: Do not use any cement, glue, or RTV sealant on gasket.
8. Remove mounting nuts or bolts and washers. Be sure to put them
where they won’t fall into the intake manifold upon carburetor
removal.
2. Carefully place new carburetor on gasket.
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3. Replace all mounting nuts and washers. EnduraShine™ finish
carburetors should use the supplied 5/16” flat washers under any
other washers used. Hand tighten with a short box-end wrench,
alternating between diagonally opposed nuts.
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 the carburetor 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 carburetors. Extremely
CAUTION: Overtightening may break carb base and
void your warranty.
4. Connect all throttle and
transmission linkages and
throttle return springs. You
may have to cut, bend or
modify your stock throttle
Banjo Fitting
#8089
low profile air cleaners will not fit
electric choke carburetors
without air cleaner spacer #8092
(due to choke and fuel line
interference) but will fit manual
cable brackets to fit the new
carburetor, or use GM
#352279 (See Fig. 8). 1972-
GM
#352279
Fig. 8
choke carburetors when used
with 90° banjo fuel inlet fitting
Fig. 10
78 small-block Chevrolets may use Edelbrock Throttle,
Transmission, and Cruise Control bracket #8031, #8036, or #8030
(chrome).
#8089 (See Fig. 10).
10. Mark air cleaner stud for
proper length, remove
from carburetor, and cut
with a hacksaw. Deburr
stud and reinstall it in the
carburetor, along with the
air cleaner (See Fig. 11).
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.
11. Recheck all linkage for
5. Manual choke:
Manual Choke Cable and
Fuel Line Connection
Fig. 9
Fig. 11
smooth throttle operation.
Connect manual
choke cable to the
choke lever cable
mounting bracket
(See Fig. 9).
Electric choke:
Connect the red
choke wire to a 12
12. Reconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.
13. Start engine and check for fuel or vacuum leaks. With engine at
normal operating temperature and the 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, etc. 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 your owner’s manual.
volt positive (+) source that is activated by the ignition switch (Not
the coil or alternator; see Fig. 7).
NOTE: If manual choke is not connected (secondary carb of
dual-quad setup, for example) then the 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
its thickness about one inch from one end. Insert the wire in
the choke lever, hold choke blade in the wide-open position,
and tighten the cable clamp on the folded end of the wire.
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.
6. Connect all vacuum hoses to their proper location on the carburetor
(See Fig. 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 .040”
orifice.
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Part #1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1409, 1410, 1411, 1412 & 1413
Rev. 6/10 - AJ/mc
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