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High Performance Auto Parts: Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetors

When it comes to high performance parts, Edelbrock is one of the names you can trust. It has been a known manufacturer of auto parts, especially the carburetor. Edelbrock carburetors comes in two types, the Performer Series and Thunder Series AVS. These carburetors are designed to be bolt on for ease of installation. There are few adjustments you have to make, or none at all, thanks to the factory set float levels. These high performance auto parts from Edelbrock are also easy to handle and adjust since the carburetor unit itself doesn’t have to be taken out or the fuel be completely drained. Because of the two-piece design, there are fewer or no leaks at all since the gasket is placed above the fuel level.

A close look at the Performer Series carburetors

The Performer Series have models that can be used for different applications. They are available in different sizes as well such as 500, 600, 750, and 800 cubic feet per minute (cfm). They may come with manual or electric choke, depending on your demands for engine performance. Among the more popular models under the Performer Series are Edelbrock 1405 and Edelbrock 1406, under the 600 cfm range. Designed for street use, Edelbrock 1405 can work well with most small block engines and also some big block engines. On the other hand, Edelbrock 1406 can fit well with stock engines or lightly modified types. Its design also makes it compatible with small block engines. It comes in a calibration that is 2% leaner than Edelbrock 1405.

The Performer Series of carburetors is known for its compatibility with blended fuels or gasohol. The all-aluminum design makes it lightweight and also prevents warping.