Description
Cylinder Head - Performer RPM - Assembled - 2.125 / 1.750 in Valves - 215 cc Intake - 68 cc Chamber - 1.550 in Springs - Angle Plug - Aluminum - Big Block Buick - Each
Edelbrock Performer RPM Buick Complete
The Edelbrock #60049 Performer RPM Super Stock cylinder head is designed for 400, 430 and 455 c.i.d. Buick engines. This cylinder head includes adjustable rocker stud and guide plate set-up for use with small-block Chevy style adjustable 1.6:1 ratio rockers. The large 68cc combustion chambers produce 9.2:1 compression ratio with stock pistons. Performer RPM head is perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where seat-of-the-pants performance is needed. This cylinder head delivers great throttle response and power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. They also feature the highest quality intake and exhaust valves and valve springs. For use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only.
Additional Information
The Edelbrock #60049 Performer RPM Cylinder Heads are designed for 400, 430 and 455 c.i.d. Buick engines. These heads are perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where more performance is needed.
Application Summary
Buick:Big-Block:400 (6.6L)/430 (7.0L)/455 (7.5L)
Part Type
Engine Cylinder Head
| Additional Application Notes | |
|---|---|
| • Engine Swaps~ Not Legal For Use On Pollution Controlled Vehicles Designed For The Engine Swap Market~Not Legal For Use On Pollution Controlled Vehicles Complete; 400-500hp; Std. Intake Flange; Std. Exh. Port; 68cc Chamber Vol.; 2.125 Intake/1.75 in. Exhaust Valves; Single;Off Road Use Only | |
| • Std. Intake Flange Std. Exh. Port Single Off Road Use Only Designed For The Engine Swap Market~ Not Legal For Use On Pollution Controlled Vehicles Complete; 400-500hp; Std. Intake Flange; Std. Exh. Port; 68cc Chamber Vol.; 2.125 Intake/1.75 in. Exhaust Valves; Single;Off Road Use Only Complete 68cc Chamber Vol. 400-500hp 2.125 Intake/1.75 in. Exhaust Valves | |
These additional application notes are supplied by the manufacturer and collated from multiple year ranges. Not all of these notes may apply to every year or every variant. Please contact a StreetFX agent for clarification if required.
Features
- Accepts Small Block Chevy Adjustable Rockers
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Specifications
Product Details
| CNC Ported: | No |
| Camshaft Type: | Flat Tappet |
| Combustion Chamber Volume: | 68 |
| Construction Type: | Complete |
| Cylinder Head Type: | Standard |
| Deck Thickness: | 0.625 |
| Description: | Performer Series RPM Cylinder Head |
| EGR Port: | No |
| Emission: | 50 State Legal |
| Engine Make/Size: | Buick 400-455 |
| Exhaust Port Location: | Standard |
| Exhaust Runner Volume: | 130 |
| Exhaust Valve Diameter: | 1.75 |
| Family: | Performer |
| Finish: | Satin |
| Grade Type: | Performance |
| Guide Material: | Manganese Bronze |
| Guide Plate Material: | Hardened Steel |
| Guide Plates Included: | Yes |
| Horsepower: | 400-500 |
| Intake Runner Volume: | 215 |
| Intake Valve Diameter: | 2.125 |
| Material: | Aluminum |
| Part Number: | ede60049 |
| Push Rod Diameter: | (Suggested) 0.375 |
| Quantity: | Sold Individually |
| Retainer Included: | Yes |
| Rocker Arm Stud Diameter: | 0.375 |
| Seat Angle: | Exhaust 45 deg/Intake 45 |
| Seat Material: | Ductile Iron |
| Series: | Performer |
| Type: | Complete |
| Usage: | Street/Performance |
| Valve Angle: | 15 |
| Valve Included: | Yes |
| Valve Spring Diameter: | 1.55 |
| Valve Spring Maximum Lift: | 0.600 |
| Valve Springs Included: | Yes |
| Valve Stem Diameter: | 0.34375 |
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Reference Information
| Reference Data (Provide these details to our support team) | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name/s | Edelbrock |
| StreetFX SKU | ede60049 |
| SFX Item ID | 4236746 |
| Accounting SKU | ede-60049 |
| Manufacturer SKU | 60049 |
| Manufacturer UPC | 85347600496 |
| Alternative References | 60049, EDB60049, EDL-60049 |
Cylinder Head, Performer RPM, Aluminum, Assembled, 68cc Chamber, 215cc Intake Runner, Buick, 400, 430, 455
Edelbrock Performer RPM aluminum cylinder heads feature threaded inserts in the rocker studs and exhaust manifold bolt holes for superior strength and durability. They also include hardened seats, bronze valve guides, and fully machined valve cover rails for a more consistent gasket seal. These heads offer improved power throughout the RPM range for greater throttle response and top-end horsepower. Countless options are available; order the model recommended for your vehicle and engine application.
| Product Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Edelbrock |
| Manufacturer's Part Number | 60049 |
| Part Type | Cylinder Heads |
| Product Line | Edelbrock Performer RPM Cylinder Heads |
| UPC | 085347600496 |
| Combustion Chamber Volume (cc) | 68 |
| Intake Runner Volume (cc) | 215cc |
| Exhaust Runner Volume (cc) | 130cc |
| Cylinder Head Style | Assembled |
| Cylinder Head Material | Cast aluminum |
| Camshaft Style | Hydraulic flat tappet |
| Intake Port Shape | Rectangular |
| Intake Valve Diameter (in.) | 2.125 in. |
| CNC-Machined Combustion Chamber | No |
| CNC-Machined Intake Runner | No |
| CNC-Machined Exhaust Runner | No |
| Intake Port Location | Standard |
| Exhaust Port Shape | Rectangular |
| Exhaust Port Location | Standard |
| Intake Valves Included | Yes |
| Exhaust Valves Included | Yes |
| Exhaust Valve Diameter (in.) | 1.750 in. |
| Valve Springs Included | Yes |
| Maximum Valve Lift (in.) | 0.600 in. |
| Outside Diameter of Outer Spring (in.) | 1.550 in. |
| Damper Spring Included | Yes |
| Number of Springs Per Valve | Single |
| Retainers Included | Yes |
| Retainer Material | Steel |
| Locks Included | Yes |
| Lock Style | 7 degree |
| Valve Stem Seals Included | Yes |
| Valve Stem Seal Style | Positive stop |
| Rocker Arm Studs Included | Yes |
| Rocker Arm Nut Thread Size | 3/8 in.-24 |
| Rocker Arms Included | No |
| Rocker Arm Nuts Included | No |
| Guideplates Included | Yes |
| Guideplate Pushrod Size | 3/8 in. |
| Valve Cover Mounting Style | Perimeter bolt |
| Accessory Bolt Holes Drilled | Yes |
| Intake Valve Angle | 15 |
| Valve Guides Included | Yes |
| Valve Guide Material | Manganese bronze |
| Valve Seats Machined | Yes |
| Valve Seat Machine Style | 3-angle |
| Valve Seat Material | Ductile iron |
| Cylinder Head Color | Natural |
| Steam Holes Drilled | No |
| Oiling Style | Through pushrod |
| Machined for O-Ring | No |
| Heat Crossover | No |
| Remanufactured | No |
| Quantity | Sold individually. |
| Notes | High-quality stainless steel valves, Intake and exhaust runners are hand blended in the bowl area and the intake entries and exhaust exits are cnc profiled for increased air-flow. These heads include adjustable rocker stud and guide plate set-up for use with small-block Chevy 1.6:1 style adjustable rockers. |
| Manufacturer Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Sold Individually |
| Retainer Included | Yes |
| Valve Included | Yes |
| Combustion Chamber Volume | 68 |
| Valve Spring Maximum Lift | 0.600 |
| Valve Angle | 15 |
| Guide Plate Material | Hardened Steel |
| Intake Runner Volume | 215 |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Deck Thickness | 0.625 |
| CNC Ported | No |
| Exhaust Runner Volume | 130 |
| Camshaft Type | Flat Tappet |
| Push Rod Diameter | (Suggested) 0.375 |
| Exhaust Valve Diameter | 1.75 |
| Exhaust Port Location | Standard |
| Family | Performer |
| Valve Stem Diameter | 0.34375 |
| EGR Port | No |
| Horsepower | 400-500 |
| Seat Material | Ductile Iron |
| Construction Type | Complete |
| Intake Valve Diameter | 2.125 |
| Guide Material | Manganese Bronze |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Valve Spring Diameter | 1.55 |
| Seat Angle | Exhaust 45 deg/Intake 45 |
| Valve Springs Included | Yes |
| Series | Performer |
| Rocker Arm Stud Diameter | 0.375 |
| Guide Plates Included | Yes |
| Product Class | Engine Cylinder Head |
| Construction/Type | The Edelbrock #60049 Performer RPM Cylinder Heads are designed for 400, 430 and 455 c.i.d. Buick engines. These heads are perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where more performance is needed. |
| Vehicle Designations | Buick:Big-Block:400 (6.6L)/430 (7.0L)/455 (7.5L) |
| Vehicle Brief | Edelbrock Buick Cylinder Head |
| Market Description | The Edelbrock #60049 Performer RPM Super Stock cylinder head is designed for 400, 430 and 455 c.i.d. Buick engines. This cylinder head includes adjustable rocker stud and guide plate set-up for use with small-block Chevy style adjustable 1.6:1 ratio rockers. The large 68cc combustion chambers produce 9.2:1 compression ratio with stock pistons. Performer RPM head is perfect for street performance, daily drivers, street rods and muscle cars where seat-of-the-pants performance is needed. This cylinder head delivers great throttle response and power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. They also feature the highest quality intake and exhaust valves and valve springs. For use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles only. |
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