Edelbrock 1403 Installation Instructions
©2005 Edelbrock Corporation
Brochure #63-0061, Rev. 12/05 - RS/mc
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Catalog #s 1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407, 1409, 1410,
1411, 1412, 1413 - Performer Series Carburetors
EDELBROCK PERFORMER SERIES CARBURETORS
Catalog #1403, 1404, 1405, 1406, 1407,
1409, 1410, 1411, 1412, & 1413
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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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 or e-mail us at edelbrock@edelbrock.com.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Improper installation may result in poor performance and engine or vehicle damage.
PLEASE complete and mail your warranty card. Be sure to write the model number of this product in the "Part #____" space. THANK YOU.
DESCRIPTION: Edelbrock Performer Series carburetors have been calibrated, factory flow-tested, and preset. These instructions also apply to
carburetors featuring our EnduraShine™ finish. Please read all instructions prior to installation. For "Theory of Operation" and "Tuning Procedures",
see the accompanying carburetor Owner's Manual. These are non-emissions carburetors, check your local emissions laws.
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.
KIT CONTENTS:
❑ 2 5/32” Vacuum caps (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 5/32” Vacuum “T” (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 1/4" NPT pipe plug (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 Throttle cable ball end stud - 10-32 x .250”
(Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 10-32 Hex nut (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 1 3/16” Internal star washer (Except #1409 & 1410)
❑ 4 5/16” SAE flat washers (EnduraShine™ finish only)
❑ 1 Installation instruction sheet
❑ 1 Owner’s Manual
❑ 1 Warranty card
❑ 1 Square-bore base gasket
❑ 1 Air horn gasket
❑ 1 Air cleaner stud
❑ 1 Red choke positive wire (Electric choke carburetors only)
❑ 1 Black choke ground wire (Electric choke carburetors only)
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.
❑ Replace fuel filter. Dirt 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.
❑ New fuel filter (Edelbrock #8135 or equivalent).
❑ Chrome Steel Fuel Line Kit #8134 includes fuel filter.
❑ Banjo Fuel Fitting #8089 (if required for fuel line clearance using
your air cleaner).
❑ New air cleaner (Edelbrock #1221 or #4221 is recommended). If
stock or other air cleaner is to be used, check fit on carburetor
before installation to determine if Edelbrock air cleaner spacer
#8092 is required.
❑ Choke cable kit (manual choke only) or electrical connectors
(electric choke only).
❑ Carburetor adapter, if carburetor is to be installed on other than
square-bore intake manifold. See Steps #4 and #5 following for
specific part numbers. Do not use a 4-bbl. to 2-bbl. adapter (Use
Edelbrock carbs on intake manifolds designed for 4-bbl.
carburetors only!
❑ Throttle Linkage Kits for Ford or Chrysler applications
(See Carburetor PREPARATION, Step #1).
❑ Throttle, trans. and cruise control bracket #8031, #8036 or #8030
(chrome) for 1972-78 small-block Chevrolet. Other applications
may require modification to original bracket.
❑ Universal throttle return spring kit #8005 (If original return spring
can not be used)
❑ Divided square-bore heat insulator gasket #9266 for dual-plane
(stock or Performer-type) manifolds. May be used in place of
square-bore adapter plate #2732 on some Edelbrock manifolds.
PARTS RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION
❑ Sockets/wrenches/tubing wrenches
❑ Pliers
❑ Screwdrivers
❑ Hacksaw and/or tubing cutter
❑ Torx Driver (for electric choke models)
❑ Wire crimpers (for electric choke models)
❑ Test Meter or Test Light (for electric choke models)
RECOMMENDED TOOLS