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Edelbrock 7516-BP Edelbrock RPM Air-Gap Manifold for Small-Block Chevy Vortec, Black Plasma Finish

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Description
Edelbrock part #7516-BP RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is based on the powerful Performer RPM Vortec #7116. This single four-barrel intake is designed for 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8's with 1996 and later Vortec (L31) cast iron or Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum heads. The air-gap design features an open air space that separates the runners from the hot engine oil resulting in a cooler, denser charge for more power. 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 street installations. For square-bore carbs. The PN 7516-BP version comes with a brilliant Black plasma finish that is durable and easy to maintain. No provision for exhaust-heated chokes and no exhaust crossover. Will not fit under stock Corvette hood.

Specifications

Description_ABR Intake Mnfld
Description_ASM Chevy Small-Block Vortec
Description_DEF Engine Intake Manifold
Description_DES Edelbrock RPM Air-Gap Manifold for Small-Block Chevy Vortec, Black Plasma Finish
Description_EXT Edelbrock Part #7516-BP RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is designed for Small-Block Chevy with Vortec or E-tec style cylinder heads. Perfect for any builder looking for optimum 1500-6500 rpm performance with a beautiful Black Plasma finish.
Description_INV Manifold
Description_INV SB Chevy Air-Gap Black Plasma
Description_LAB Edelbrock RPM Air-Gap Manifold for Small-Block Chevy Vortec, Black Plasma Finish
Description_MKT Edelbrock part #7516-BP RPM Air-Gap intake manifold is based on the powerful Performer RPM Vortec #7116. This single four-barrel intake is designed for 262-400 c.i.d. Chevy V8's with 1996 and later Vortec (L31) cast iron or Edelbrock E-Tec aluminum heads. The air-gap design features an open air space that separates the runners from the hot engine oil resulting in a cooler, denser charge for more power. 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 street installations. For square-bore carbs. The PN 7516-BP version comes with a brilliant Black plasma finish that is durable and easy to maintain. No provision for exhaust-heated chokes and no exhaust crossover. Will not fit under stock Corvette hood.
Description_SHP None
Description_TRA Carb pad height: 4.27"
Description_TRA Carb recommendations: Edelbrock AVS2, Performer Series, or VRS-4150 650-750 cfm. Port exit dimensions: 2.05" tall with slanted side walls
Description_TRA Manifold ht: A-4.20", B-5.25"
Description_TRA Recommended intake gasket: Edelbrock #7235 or GM #89017465
Description_TRA Sealant must be used on intake bolt threads if the threads extend into lifter valley or coolant passage. Will not fit under stock Corvette hood.
Description_TRA Stock brackets will require modification to fit the upright manifold bolt holes. Use Edelbrock Vortec throttle bracket #8032.
Description_TRA Use #8516 Edelbrock bolt kit which includes hardened washers to prevent galling of the alumnum manifold
Description_TRA Use RTV sealant to properly seal end seals, such as Edelbrock High Temp Silicone sealant #1076, DO NOT USE END SEALS GASKETS.
height 7.5
length 23.625
LTL N
weight 20.1
width 14.75
Fitment
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