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Edelbrock 7516 Performer RPM Air-Gap Vortec S/B Chevy Intake Manifold
Edelbrock 7516 Performer RPM Air-Gap Vortec S/B Chevy Intake Manifold
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Edelbrock 7516 Performer RPM Air-Gap Vortec S/B Chevy Intake Manifold

  • Made entirely from aluminum with a natural finish
  • Will work with the 1976 and later alternator and air-conditioning brackets
  • An external water bypass boss is machined into the front of the water crossover for use on 1996 and later Vortec production engines
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Product Summary

Carbureted Fuel System Type, One Carburetor Quantity

  • Made entirely from aluminum with a natural finish
  • Will work with the 1976 and later alternator and air-conditioning brackets
  • An external water bypass boss is machined into the front of the water crossover for use on 1996 and later Vortec production engines
  • The unique Air-Gap design separates the hot engine valley from the air/fuel mixture for a cooler, denser charge and more power throughout the rpm range
  • Kit includes rear water outlets, nitrous bosses, a temp sensor boss that clears all water necks, two distributor clamp locations and a heater outlet boss that's angled for proper fit over the valve cover
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #7516
Intake Manifold TypeDual Plane
Carburetor Flange Type4-Barrel Square Bore
RPM Range1,500-6,500
Material TypeAluminum
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Edelbrock 7516 Details

Based on the proven Performer RPM Vortec, this single four-barrel intake is now available for small block Chevy V8's with 1996 and later Vortec (L31) cast iron or Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum heads.  The unique Air-Gap design separates the hot engine valley from the air/fuel mixture for a cooler, denser charge and more power throughout the rpm range.

An external water bypass boss is machined into the front of the water crossover for use on 1996 and later Vortec production engines. Includes rear water outlets, nitrous bosses, a temp sensor boss that clears all waternecks, two distributor clamp locations and a heater outlet boss that's angled for proper fit over the valve cover.

  • Accepts 1976 and later alternator and air-conditioning brackets
  • For square-bore carbs
  • No provision for exhaust-heated chokes and no exhaust crossover
  • Will not fit under stock Corvette hood

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Specs

  • Recommended Intake Gasket:  GM # 89017465
  • Manifold Height @ Front:  4.20"
  • Manifold Height @ Rear:  5.25"
  • Carb Pad Height:  4.725"
  • Stock brackets will require modification to fit the upright manifold bolt holes
  • Port exit dimensions:  2.05" tall (odd shaped width)

CARB Warning

Follow EPA, CARB, and state regulations for engine changes

Emissions warning: this part is for vehicle engine changes, not direct oem engine replacements. In California, engine changes are legal when done in compliance with California bureau of automotive repairs (bar) engine change policy. For assistance, call bar referee at: (800) 622-7733. And see https://bar.Ca.Gov/consumer/smog_check_program/engine_changes. All customers must comply with federal epa mobile source enforcement memorandum no. 1a (and addendum) and all applicable state regulations when conducting engine changes. Improper installation and/or use of this part in California may subject the installer and/or owner to a $37,500 penalty per violation per vehicle, revocation of registration, loss of use on California public right of ways, and proof of correction for tampering. There are similar restrictions and penalties under federal law and laws of all states for use of this engine change part on makes or models of vehicles that render them noncompliant with applicable state and/or federal emission laws with penalties under federal law of up to approximately $45,268 per tampered vehicle and/or engine
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Edelbrock 7516 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #7516
BrandEdelbrock
Intake Manifold TypeDual Plane
Carburetor Flange Type4-Barrel Square Bore
RPM Range1,500-6,500
Material TypeAluminum
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Fuel System TypeCarbureted
Carburetor QuantityOne
FinishNatural
Intake Section IncludedComplete
Gaskets IncludedNo
Overall Height4.72"
Port Height2.05"
Bolt Hole Pattern5.160" x 5.625"
Sold in QuantityEach
NotesFits 1996 and later Vortec cast iron heads or Edlebrock E-Tec aluminum heads.
GTIN Code085347075164

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Fitment

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

  • Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

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