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

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.

Additional Information

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.

Part Type

Engine Intake Manifold

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Reference Information

Intake Manifold, Performer RPM Air Gap, Dual Plane, Aluminum, Black Plasma Coated, Square Bore, Chevy, Vortec/E-Tec, Each

Edelbrock Performer RPM Air-Gap intake manifolds incorporate race-winning technology that's been used on Victor Series competition intakes for years. The open air space from the Air-Gap design separates the runners from the heat of the lifter-valley cover. So, the air/fuel mixture stays cooler all the way to the heads, which produces a denser charge for more power. Runners are tuned to move the power band 1,000 rpm higher than Performer Air-Gap manifolds, from idle to 5,500 rpm up to 1,500 to 6,500 rpm.