Edelbrock 1400 Installation Instructions Manual

©2010 Edelbrock LLC

Brochure #63-0443

Part #1400

Rev. 6/10 - AJ/mc

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PLEASE study these instructions carefully before beginning this installation. Most installations can be accomplished with common tools and

procedures. However, you should be familiar with and comfortable working on your vehicle. If you do not feel comfortable performing this installation,

it is recommended to have the installation completed by a qualified mechanic. If you have any questions, please call our Technical Hotline at:

1-800-416-8628, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, Pacific Standard Time, Monday through Friday.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.  Improper installation

will void your warranty and may result in poor performance and engine or vehicle damage.

DESCRIPTION: Edelbrock Performer Series carburetor #1400 is 50-state street legal for all 1980 and earlier General Motors V8 engines. All Performer

Series Carburetors have been calibrated, factory flow-tested, and preset. Edelbrock Performer Series carburetors are designed to give you excellent

performance, fuel economy, and maintenance-free operation. To ensure that you enjoy these benefits, please read all instructions prior to installation.

ATTENTION: EDELBROCK CARBURETORS ARE NOT CALIBRATED FOR OR COMPATIBLE WITH ALCOHOL RACE FUEL OR E85 PUMP FUEL.

USE OF ALCOHOL OR E85 IN YOUR EDELBROCK CARBURETOR WILL DAMAGE YOUR CARBURETOR AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.  THESE

FUELS CAN ALSO DAMAGE OTHER FUEL SYSTEM COMPONENTS, UNLESS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR USE WITH ALCOHOL FUELS.

NOTE: Edelbrock Performer Series carburetors are not for computer-controlled applications.  That includes some 1981 & later GM

vehicles with Q-Jet carburetor and some 1981 & later Ford vehicles with automatic overdrive (AOD) transmissions.

Vehicles equipped with C.E.C. solenoids will require the use of Edelbrocks Idle Compensator Solenoid.  Use part #8059.  

The factory C.E.C. solenoid will not fit our throttle lever.  However, the Edelbrock Idle Compensator Solenoid will allow you to retain

the C.E.C. function and to pass visual emissions inspection in California.  See “C.E.C. Function” in the “Adjustments and

Troubleshooting” section for installation and adjustment of the Idle Compensator.

KIT CONTENTS:

❑ 2 5/32” Vacuum caps

❑ 1 5/32” Vacuum “T”

❑ 1 1/4" NPT pipe plug

❑ 1 Throttle cable ball end stud

❑ 1 10-32 Hex nut

❑ 1 Installation instruction sheet

❑ 1 Warranty card

❑ 1 Square-bore, heat-insulating gasket

❑ 1 Air horn gasket

❑ 1 Air cleaner stud

❑ Carburetor Adapter and Fuel Line Kit #2697 (Used to mount

Edelbrock carburetors to stock Quadrajet manifolds.

Includes 

4-hole carb adapter #2696, fuel filter and fuel line kit #8135 for

3/8" and 5/16" OEM steel fuel lines. Both also available separately)

❑ 90-degree banjo fuel inlet fitting kit #8089 (For use with low profile

air cleaner bases), #6 AN fuel inlet fitting #8087, or Inverted Flare

fuel line fitting #8090 (3/8")

❑ In-line fuel filter #8873

❑ Fuel pressure regulator #8190 (If stock fuel pressure is greater than

6.5 psi)

❑ Chevrolet throttle cable stud #8009 (’77 & later)

❑ Transmission kick-down stud #8018 (TH350 type)

❑ GM cruise control adapter #1484

❑ Throttle cable, transmission, and cruise control bracket #8031 or

8036 (‘79 and earlier) for small-block or big-block Chevy (Some

applications may require modification to stock bracket)

❑ EGR adapter #1476 (For Chevy small-block V8’s. Required for all

EGR applications to provide clearance for Performer Series

carburetors)

❑ Universal throttle return spring kit #8005 (If original return spring

cannot be used)

❑ 3/4" Air Cleaner spacer #8092 (For low profile air cleaner bases to

clear electric choke)

❑ Electrical connectors (For electric choke connection)

EDELBROCK PERFORMER SERIES EMISSIONS LEGAL CARBURETOR

600cfm, Electric Choke, EGR, Square-Bore Carburetor

Part #1400

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

❑ Replace fuel filter. Dirt (i.e. corrosion residue or other debris)

found in carburetor voids warranty.

❑ Check and replace the air filter, if necessary.

❑ Check PCV valve and replace, if clogged.

❑ Check all hoses for leaks or cracks and replace, if necessary.

❑ Check fuel pump for proper operation and replace, if necessary.

❑ Check the intake manifold and cylinder head gaskets for leaks and

replace, if necessary.

❑ Check the ignition system: clean and gap or replace spark plugs,

plug wires, and adjust ignition timing.

CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION

WARNING: WHEN WORKING AROUND GASOLINE, ALWAYS WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA, AND KEEP ALL OPEN FLAMES, SPARKS AND

OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA.  FAILURE TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.

ACCESSORIES (REVIEW THE FOLLOWING AND USE PARTS AS NECESSARY FOR YOUR APPLICATION)

❑ 1 3/16” Internal star washer

❑ 1 Red choke positive wire

❑ 1 Black choke ground wire

❑ 1 E.O. Decal