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Edelbrock part #2161 Performer 2-O intake manifold is designed for street 396-502 c.i.d. big-block Chevy V8's using general duty oval-port cylinder heads. Will not fit under hood of Corvette without hood modifications. Will not fit "tall block" V8's. May be used with OEM or aftermarket carbs. Will fit 1965-90 oval port heads. Edelbrock's Patented Dual-plane, low-rise design with a 180-degree firing order greatly improves torque over a wide rpm range for excellent throttle response from off-idle through 5500rpm. This Performer intake manifold is ideal for passenger cars, trucks, 4x4s, tow vehicles and RVs.
Description_ABR | Intake Mnfld |
Description_ASM | Chevrolet:Big-Block Mark IV:396 (6.6L)/402 (6.6L)/427 (7.0L)/454 (7.4L)/502 (8.2L) |
Description_DEF | Engine Intake Manifold |
Description_LAB | Performer 2-O Intake Manifold for 1965-90 Big-Block Chevy w/Oval Port Heads |
Description_EXT | Edelbrock Performer 2-0 Intake Manifold for 1965-90 Big-Block Chevrolet 396-502 Engines with Oval Port Heads. Accepts Either OEM 4-bbl or 4150-Style Square-Bore Carburetors. Non-EGR |
Description_INV | Performer BBC Intake Manifold Oval Port |
Description_MKT | Edelbrock part #2161 Performer 2-O intake manifold is designed for street 396-502 c.i.d. big-block Chevy V8's using general duty oval-port cylinder heads. Will not fit under hood of Corvette without hood modifications. Will not fit "tall block" V8's. May be used with OEM or aftermarket carbs. Will fit 1965-90 oval port heads. Edelbrock's Patented Dual-plane, low-rise design with a 180-degree firing order greatly improves torque over a wide rpm range for excellent throttle response from off-idle through 5500rpm. This Performer intake manifold is ideal for passenger cars, trucks, 4x4s, tow vehicles and RVs. |
Description_TRA | Recommended intake gasket: Edelbrock #7203. |
Description_TRA | Use Edelbrock #8028 waterneck adapter for 1986 and later. |
Description_TRA | Edelbrock choke plate #8961 included. |
Description_TRA | Manifold height: A-4.300", B-5.400" |
Description_TRA | Carb pad height: 4.85" |
Description_TRA | Carb recommendations: Stock 4-Bbl use choke rod #9179 if needed, Edelbrock AVS2 or Performer Series 600-800cfm. Use bracket #8031 for 1972-78. |
Description_TRA | Port exit dimensions: 1.70"w x 1.68" |
Description_TRA | Use RTV sealant to properly seal end seals, such as Edelbrock High Temp Silicone sealant #1076, DO NOT USE END SEALS GASKETS. |
Description_TRA | Hardened washers Must be used with intake bolts to ensure proper torque and prevent galling of the aluminum. |
Vehicle Model | Chevrolet |
Center Maximum Height | 4.850 |
RGL | WARNING: This product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65warnings.ca.gov. |
Front Maximum Height | 4.300 |
Grade Type | Performance |
CNC Ported | No |
Finish | Satin |
Flange Type | 4150 |
Gasket Or Seal Included | No |
Single Or Dual Plane Type | Dual |
EGR Port | No |
Series | Performer |
Basic Operating RPM Range | Idle-5500 |
Material | Aluminum |
Rear Maximum Height | 5.400 |
Length | 8.0000 |
Width | 15.0000 |
Height | 24.0000 |
Weight | 20.0000 |
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