Edelbrock performer rpm 7167 User Manual

©1997 Edelbrock Corp.

Rev.7/97

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PLEASE study these instructions carefully before installing
your new camshaft. If you have any questions or problems, do
not hesitate to call our Technical Hotline at: 800-416-8628.

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CAMSHAFT: Edelbrock Performer RPM camshafts are
ground specifically for use with the corresponding Performer
RPM manifold. The Performer RPM manifold #7166, and
Performer RPM camshaft #7167, are designed to work as a
team to give you better driveability and performance. They are
dyno-matched and street-proven. For best results, use the
Edelbrock manifold/camshaft package with the carburetor and
headers we recommend. The Performer RPM camshafts are
designed for use with modified or high performance cylinder
heads and valve train components only. Screw-in studs and
H.P. adjustable rocker arms must be used. 

NOTE: Maximum performance is achieved only when the
Edelbrock Performer RPM Power Package components are
used with the following equipment:
• Performer RPM manifold/camshaft/timing set/valve springs
• Performer Series carburetor #1407 (750 cfm)
• fuel delivery system of sufficient capacity
• 1-3/4" headers
• aftermarket/re-curved distributors

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IMPORTANT: This instruction sheet provides general instal-
lation guidelines which can affect your warranty. Read it care-
fully. It is not our intent to cover each detail of installation
here; a step-by-step procedure manual would be far too
lengthy. We want to caution you that installing a camshaft is a
complicated procedure that requires a good general knowledge
of automotive engines. If you are not confident that you can
complete the camshaft installation successfully, we suggest
you consider having it installed by an experienced mechanic. 

1.

Disconnect battery.

2.

For ease of installation, keep all parts in some sort of order.

3.

Drain radiator coolant, move fan shroud back and remove fan
and spacer from water pump. On air conditioned vehicles,
remove bolt, lower idler pulley and compressor-to- water pump
mount. Disconnect hoses and brackets. Most vehicles will require
radiator removal prior to cam removal. Remove water pump.
WARNING: Do not remove radiator cap or radiator hose if
engine is hot.

4.

Disconnect all linkage from carburetor such as throttle, throttle
springs, transmission, cruise control and automatic choke.

5.

Tag and remove vacuum lines.

6.

Remove valve covers.

7.

Remove distributor cap and wires, rotate engine until rotor
points towards number 1 terminal in cap and pointer on front
cover is on Top Dead Center (TDC) and remove distributor.
Note the approximate position of the vacuum advance canister
in relation to the manifold to assist in getting the distributor
properly located during re-installation.

8.

Remove carburetor and intake manifold. Remove fuel pump.

9.

Remove rocker arms and pushrods. 
CAUTION: If your engine has non-adjustable rocker arms you
must install screw-in studs and high performance adjustable rock-
er arms. Crane and other manufacturers sell conversion kits for
this which do not require removal and machining of the heads. 

10. Remove hydraulic valve lifters.

TO AVOID ANY PROBLEMS DO THE FOLLOWING:
Carefully study and understand all instructions. Examine the
camshaft for possible shipping damage (if damaged contact
your dealer immediately).

PREPARATION CHECKLIST
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Use the following checklist for items needed. 
Open-end and box wrenches
Socket set
Distributor wrench
Pliers (channel locks & hose clamp)
Screw drivers (regular and phillips)
Torque wrench
Hammer
Gasket scraper or putty knife
Timing light
Vacuum gauge
Rags
Water bucket
Harmonic balancer puller
Gear puller- for crankshaft sprocket

HARDWARE & PARTS TO BUY
Gaskets- Fel-Pro #1230 Print-o-Seal, OEM or equivalent 
Pipe plugs, if needed
Edelbrock Gasgacinch, #9300
RTV Silastic gasket, silicone
Chalk
Paper and pencil
Radiator coolant
Teflon tape
Edelbrock Performer-Link True Rolling Timing Chain and
Gear Set #7830
Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs, #5767
Manifold bolt kit #8569