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

Name: Edelbrock 7516 Performer RPM Air-Gap Vortec S/B Chevy Intake Manifold
Brand: Edelbrock
SKU: 3257516
Price: 427.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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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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Black Powder Coated Black & Chrome Plasma

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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 Type	Dual Plane
Carburetor Flange Type	4-Barrel Square Bore
RPM Range	1,500-6,500
Material Type	Aluminum

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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

Charts

Edelbrock Intake Manifold Installation Instructions (PDF)

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)

Guides & Documents

Intake Manifolds Installation Instructions (3257516)

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

CA WARNING:

Can expose you to lead, a carcinogen and reproductive toxicant. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Edelbrock 7516 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #	7516
Brand	Edelbrock
Intake Manifold Type	Dual Plane
Carburetor Flange Type	4-Barrel Square Bore
RPM Range	1,500-6,500
Material Type	Aluminum

GENERAL
Fuel System Type	Carbureted
Carburetor Quantity	One
Finish	Natural
Intake Section Included	Complete
Gaskets Included	No
Overall Height	4.72"
Port Height	2.05"
Bolt Hole Pattern	5.160" x 5.625"
Sold in Quantity	Each
Notes	Fits 1996 and later Vortec cast iron heads or Edlebrock E-Tec aluminum heads.
GTIN Code	085347075164

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1996-1998 Chevy C2500

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1996-1999 Chevy C3500

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1996-1999 Chevy Camaro

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1996 Chevy Caprice

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1996 Chevy Corvette

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1996-1999 Chevy Express 1500

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2000-2002 Chevy Express 1500

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1996-1999 Chevy Express 2500

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Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

2000-2002 Chevy Express 2500

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1996-1999 Chevy Express 3500

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1996 Chevy G30

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1996 Chevy Impala

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1996-1999 Chevy K1500

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Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy K1500 Suburban

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1996 Chevy K2500

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1997-1998 Chevy K2500

Vortec L30 Small Block Chevy
Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1999 Chevy K2500

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy K2500 Suburban

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy K3500

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy P30

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy R25

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy Silverado

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-1999 Chevy Suburban 1500

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1996-1999 Chevy Tahoe

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1998-1999 GMC C1500

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1992-1999 GMC C1500 Suburban

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1998-1999 GMC K1500

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1992-1999 GMC K1500 Suburban

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1996-2000 GMC K2500

Vortec L31 Small Block Chevy

1987 GMC R1500 Suburban

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1996-2000 GMC Savana 1500

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1992-2011 GMC Yukon

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