Edelbrock 1400 User Manual

©2007 Edelbrock Corporation

Brochure #63-0443

Catalog #1400
Rev. 1/07 - RS/mc Page 1 of 5

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 [e-mail]

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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.

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

Catalog #1400

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

❑ 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.

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

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©2007 Edelbrock Corporation

Brochure #63-0443

Catalog #1400
Rev. 1/07 - RS/mc Page 2 of 5

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

Figure 1 - Fittings and Vacuum Port Locations

CANISTER VAPOR VENT

(#1400 ONLY)

IDLE MIXTURE SCREWS

Left side screw for left side of carb

Right side screw for right side of carb

FUEL INLET for 3/8” hose (Except marine
models #1409 & #1410 which use a 3/8”
inverted flare fitting)

POWER BRAKE PORT

(Except Marine Models)

Rear lower side, 1/4” NPT

MUST BE PLUGGED WITH

1/4” PIPE PLUG (SUPPLIED)

IF NOT USED

IDLE SPEED

SCREW

PCV PORT (For 3/8” hose)

NOT FOR FUEL!

3/16” MANIFOLD VACUUM PORT

(EGR vacuum supply port)

3/16” TIMED VACUUM PORT

(Distributor vacuum advance port for
emissions controlled engines)

PART NUMBER is stamped on
pad at front of carburetor

CARBURETOR PREPARATION

1.

Install proper throttle and transmission linkage for your particular
application. Make sure all linkage is properly secured to carburetor and
works freely.

2.

Check and prepare carburetor for proper vacuum fitting installation

(EGR,
power brakes, PCV, distributor, transmission, etc.) using supplied
vacuum caps, “T”, and hose when applicable. Before removing old
carburetor, determine if distributor vacuum advance port is “timed” (no
vacuum present at idle) or “manifold vacuum” (vacuum present at idle),
and use the matching vacuum port on your Edelbrock carburetor

(See

Figure 1)

. If vacuum port at rear of carb is not used, plug with a 1/4"

pipe plug.

3. For electric choke hook-up

(See Figure 2)

, remove one choke
housing retaining screw and install eyelet end of choke ground wire
(black) to choke housing and reinstall screw. Connect clip end of
choke ground wire to negative (-) spade terminal on choke housing.
Connect red wire spade terminal to positive (+) terminal on choke
housing. Connect other end of red wire to an ignition key activated
12-volt source. DO NOT ATTACH TO COIL OR ALTERNATOR. Ensure
this source maintains 12 volts with engine running.

INSTALLATION OF CARBURETOR

1. Disconnect all linkages and lines from old carburetor, noting their
purpose for reassembly on new carburetor.

CAUTION: When disconnecting fuel line, avoid any exposure to
sparks or open flame. Note position of all throttle and transmission
linkages and/or cables for reassembly. Remove old carburetor and
flange gasket. Do not allow gasket or other material to fall into
manifold.

2. Place new carburetor gasket and adapters (when applicable) on the
manifold. Install carburetor and cross tighten nuts. Be sure not to
overtighten nuts.

Fig. 2

Black Wire (–);
To Ground
(Carb Body)

Red Wire (+); To Key-On 12V
Source

(Not Coil or Alternator!)

Retaining Screws (3)

RECOMMENDED TOOLS

❑ Sockets/wrenches/tubing wrenches
❑ Pliers
❑ Screwdrivers
❑ Hacksaw and/or tubing cutter

❑ #20 Torx Driver (for electric choke models)
❑ Wire crimpers (for electric choke models)
❑ Test Meter or Test Light (for electric choke models)