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Catalog #7106 Rev. 12/08 - AJ/mc

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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

—Use the following checklist for items needed.

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HARDWARE & PARTS TO BUY

NOTE: Vehicles equipped with air conditioning must have the system

evacuated by a certified technician prior to removing any A/C com-

ponents. Failure to do so may violate local and/or federal laws.

1. Disconnect battery.

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

WARNING: Do not remove radiator cap or radiator hose if engine is

hot.

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.

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 approxi-

mate position of the vacuum advance canister in relation to the

manifold to assist in getting the distributor properly located during

re-installation.

• 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: 1-800-416-8628.

• CAMSHAFT: Edelbrock Performer RPM camshafts are ground specifically for use with the corresponding Performer RPM manifold. The Performer

manifold #7105, and Performer RPM camshaft #7106, 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 recom-

mend. Performer RPM camshafts are designed for use with modified or high performance cylinder heads and valve train components only. High

performance adjustable rocker arms required.

NOTE: Maximum performance is achieved only when the Edelbrock Performer RPM Power Package components are use with the following

equipment:

• Performer RPM manifold/camshaft/timing set/valve springs • Performer Series carburetor #1407

• Fuel delivery system of adequate capacity • Aftermarket/re-curved distributors • 2" headers

• IMPORTANT: This instruction sheet provides general installation guidelines which can affect your warranty. Read it carefully. 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 com-

plete the camshaft installation successfully, we suggest you consider having it installed by an experienced mechanic.

CAUTION: Improper installation will result in LOW MILEAGE, POOR PERFORMANCE, COSTLY RE-INSTALLATION, and ENGINE DAMAGE. TO AVOID

THESE PROBLEMS YOU MUST DO THE FOLLOWING: Carefully study and understand all instructions. Examine the camshaft for possible shipping

damage (if damaged contact you dealer immediately).

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Intake gaskets–Edelbrock #7224 or equivalent

❑ RTV silicone sealant

❑ Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs #5706

❑ Pipe plugs, if needed

❑ Edelbrock Gasgacinch, #9300

❑ Chalk Paper and pencil

❑ Radiator coolant

❑ Front cover oil seal-OEM or equivalent

❑ Edelbrock Performer-Link True Roller Timing

Chain #7808

❑ Box and open-end wrenches

❑ Screw drivers (regular and phillips)

❑ Harmonic balancer puller

❑ Socket set

❑ Distributor wrench

❑ Pliers (channel locks & hose clamp)

❑ Torque wrench

❑ Hammer

❑ Gasket scraper or putty knife

❑ Gear puller-for crankshaft sprocket

❑ Timing light

❑ Vacuum gauge

❑ Water bucket

❑ Rags

8. Remove rocker arms and pushrods.

9. Remove carburetor and intake manifold. Remove fuel pump.

CAUTION: If your engine has non-adjustable rocker arms you must

check for proper lifter pre-load after installing new cam. If lifter

pre-load is not correct, it will be necessary to install custom length

pushrods or adjustable rocker arms.

10. Remove hydraulic valve lifters.

11. Remove crankshaft pulley and, using a suitable puller, crankshaft

dampener.

12. Disconnect fuel pump outlet line from fuel pump; remove fuel

pump. Remove front cover bolts and cut oil pan gasket flush with

cylinder block. Remove front cover and water pump as an assem-

bly.

NOTE: The front cover oil seal should be replaced before the front

cover is re-installed.

13. Rotate engine until timing marks are aligned as shown in Figure 1.

14. Remove cam sprocket bolt, washer, and fuel pump eccentric. Slide

sprocket and timing chain forward to remove.

15. Remove thrust plate and camshaft. Using appropriate gear puller,

remove crank sprocket.

• INSTRUCTIONS FOR ENGINE PARTS REMOVAL BEFORE CAMSHAFT INSTALLATION

PREPARATION CHECKLIST

Performer RPM

Camshaft/Lifters/Lube Kit

CATALOG #7106

MODEL: 352-428 c.i.d. Ford V8

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Performer RPM Camshaft/Lifters/Lube Kit CATALOG #7106 MODEL: 352-428 c.i.d. Ford V8 ® • • • • • 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: 1-800-416-8628. CAMSHAFT: Edelbrock Performer RPM camshafts are ground specifically for use with the corresponding Performer RPM manifold.
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• 1. 2. 3. • 1. 2. • 1. 2. VALVESPRINGS CAUTION: WARNINGS ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY In order for this Performer RPM cam and lifter kit to be covered under ANY WARRANTY you MUST use the correct Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs. Failure to install new Edelbrock valve springs with your new Performer RPM cam could cause the cam lobes to wear excessively and could cause additional engine damage. This camshaft is designed to function with Edelbrock Sure Seat valve springs #5706 (single with dampener).
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS AFFECTING YOUR WARRANTY • CAM LOBE WEAR- Cam lobe wear is almost non-existent unless mismatched parts are used or installation of the cam and lifters is done improperly. Most cam damage is caused by the timing gear coming loose due to improper torque on bolt. Bolts holding gear to camshaft should be torqued carefully and a locking compound applied to threads of bolts. • CAUTION: Use Edelbrock Performer RPM Timing Chain and Gear Set #7808.
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CAMSHAFT: Performer RPM Hydraulic CATALOG #7106 ENGINE: Ford 352-428 c.i.d. V8 (1963-1/2 and later) RPM RANGE: 1500-6500 CAUTION: Do not use dual valve springs.Use only recommended Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs #5767. Use stock ratio rocker arms only (1.76:1). ® CAMSHAFT: Performer RPM Hydraulic CATALOG #7106 ENGINE: Ford 352-428 c.i.d. V8 (1963-1/2 and later) RPM RANGE: 1500-6500 CAUTION: Do not use dual valve springs.Use only recommended Edelbrock Sure Seat Valve Springs #5767.
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WARNING: In addition to the break-in procedure described in the main installation instructions, you must use Edelbrock break-in oil PN 1070 or equivalent. If using your own engine oil, use Edelbrock Zinc Additive PN 1074 or equivalent. Failure to use proper engine break-in oil or zinc additive can permanently damage the new camshaft and void manufacture warranty. Engine break-in oil and zinc additive is NOT included with this camshaft and must be purchased separately.