Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for Big-Block Chevy 396-427-454 V8 (7162)
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Compatibility
- Platform
- Universal
- Vehicle-specific fitment
- Review application details below
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- Confirm fitment with us before ordering — (714) 202-7886
We list the engine platform a part is built for. That is not year-and-trim application data, so it does not confirm a fit on your specific vehicle.
- Est. install labor: 13.0 hrs — $1,625 at $125/hr. Pick Install at HRC and a 20% labor deposit ($325) is due at checkout; the balance is due at completion.
- An estimate for a stock vehicle, not a quote — we confirm it in writing when you book, before any labor is authorized. Seized hardware, prior modifications, diagnosis and machine work are quoted separately; tuning is arranged through our tuning partner. Questions: (714) 202-7886.
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Edelbrock part #7162 Performer RPM Camshaft is designed for big-block Chevy 396-427-454 V-8 applications. This Edelbrock cam kit produced 540 HP & 530 ft-lbs. of torque when used with #7163 intake and #60559 cylinder heads on a 454 engine. The camshaft works well with high-performance's street applications, Performer RPM cams provide power from 1500 to 6500 rpm. This hydraulic lifter camshaft is dyno-matched to Performer RPM manifolds for high-rpm horsepower while still maintaining acceptable low-end torque. With 10 to 12 inches of manifold vacuum at idle, Performer RPM cams have more lift and duration than most street camshafts. Hydraulic flat tappet lifters are included with each Performer RPM camshaft. Camshaft Specifications: - Duration @ .050 Intake: 240 degrees - Duration @ .050 Exhaust: 246 degrees - Lift @ Valve Intake: .560" - Lift @ Valve Exhaust: .573" - Lobe Separation: 112 Degrees - Intake Centerline: 110 Degrees - Idle Vacuum @ 1000 RPM's: 10"
| Part Type | Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kit |
|---|---|
| Intake Valve Lift | 0.560" |
| Lifter Materials | Hardened Steel |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| RGL | WARNING: This product can expose you to Chromium, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65warnings.ca.gov. |
| Advertised Exhaust Duration | 306° |
| Advertised Intake Duration | 300° |
| Computer Controlled Compatible | No |
| Lobe Separation | 112° |
| Exhaust Valve Lift | 0.573" |
| Exhaust Duration at .050 inch Lift | 246° |
| Cam Type | Cast |
| Lifter Type | Hydraulic |
| Intake Duration .050 Inch Lift | 240° |
| Weight | 15.05 lb |
| UPC | 00085347071623 |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Verified fitment · 1244 applications
- Chevrolet Bel Air 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Chevrolet Bel Air 7.0L (1963–1969)
- Chevrolet Bel Air 7.4L (1970–1975)
- Chevrolet Biscayne 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Chevrolet Biscayne 7.0L (1963–1969)
- Chevrolet Biscayne 7.4L (1970–1972)
- Chevrolet Blazer 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet Brookwood 6.5L (1969)
- Chevrolet Brookwood 7.0L (1969)
- Chevrolet Brookwood 7.4L (1970–1972)
- Chevrolet C10 7.4L (1975–1980)
- Chevrolet C10 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet C10 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet C10 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet C10 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1980)
- Chevrolet C20 7.4L (1975–1986)
- Chevrolet C20 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet C20 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet C20 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet C20 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1986)
- Chevrolet C30 7.4L (1975–1986)
- Chevrolet C30 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet C30 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet Camaro 6.5L (1967–1969)
- Chevrolet Camaro 7.0L (1969)
- Chevrolet Caprice 6.5L (1966–1969)
- Chevrolet Caprice 7.0L (1966–1969)
- Chevrolet Caprice 7.4L (1970–1976)
- Chevrolet Chevelle 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Chevrolet Chevelle 7.4L (1970–1973)
- Chevrolet Chevy II 6.5L (1968)
- Chevrolet Corvette 6.5L (1965)
- Chevrolet Corvette 7.0L (1966–1969)
- Chevrolet Corvette 7.4L (1970–1974)
- Chevrolet El Camino 6.5L (1966–1970)
- Chevrolet El Camino 7.4L (1970–1975)
- Chevrolet Estate 6.5L (1969)
- Chevrolet Estate 7.0L (1969)
- Chevrolet Estate 7.4L (1970)
- Chevrolet G10 Van 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet G20 7.4L (1976)
- Chevrolet G20 Van 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet G30 7.4L (1975–1976)
- Chevrolet G30 Van 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet Impala 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Chevrolet Impala 7.0L (1963–1969)
- Chevrolet Impala 7.4L (1970–1976)
- Chevrolet K10 7.4L (1976–1980)
- Chevrolet K10 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet K10 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet K10 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet K10 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet K20 7.4L (1976–1978)
- Chevrolet K20 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet K20 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet K20 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet K20 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1985)
- Chevrolet K30 7.4L (1977–1986)
- Chevrolet K30 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Chevrolet K30 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- Chevrolet K5 Blazer 7.4L (1976–1978)
- Chevrolet Kingswood 6.5L (1969)
- Chevrolet Kingswood 7.0L (1969)
- Chevrolet Kingswood 7.4L (1970–1972)
- Chevrolet Monte Carlo 7.4L (1970–1975)
- Chevrolet Nova 6.5L (1969–1970)
- Chevrolet Nova 7.4L (1970–1971)
- Chevrolet R30 7.4L (1987–1988)
- Chevrolet R3500 7.4L (1989)
- Chevrolet Townsman 6.5L (1969)
- Chevrolet Townsman 7.0L (1969)
- Chevrolet Townsman 7.4L (1970–1972)
- Chevrolet V30 7.4L (1987–1988)
- Chevrolet V3500 7.4L (1989)
- GMC C15 7.4L (1975–1978)
- GMC C15 Suburban 7.4L (1975–1978)
- GMC C15/C1500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC C15/C1500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC C15/C1500 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC C15/C1500 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC C1500 7.4L (1979–1980)
- GMC C1500 Suburban 7.4L (1979–1980)
- GMC C25 7.4L (1975–1978)
- GMC C25 Suburban 7.4L (1975–1978)
- GMC C25/C2500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC C25/C2500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC C25/C2500 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC C25/C2500 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC C2500 7.4L (1979–1986)
- GMC C2500 Suburban 7.4L (1979–1986)
- GMC C35 7.4L (1975–1978)
- GMC C35/C3500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC C35/C3500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC C3500 7.4L (1979–1986)
- GMC G25 7.4L (1975–1976)
- GMC G35 7.4L (1976)
- GMC G35/G3500 Van 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC Jimmy 7.4L (1973–1976)
- GMC K15 7.4L (1976)
- GMC K15/K1500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC K15/K1500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC K15/K1500 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC K15/K1500 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC K1500 7.4L (1980)
- GMC K25 7.4L (1976–1978)
- GMC K25 Suburban 7.4L (1976–1977)
- GMC K25/K2500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC K25/K2500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC K25/K2500 Suburban 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC K25/K2500 Suburban 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC K35/K3500 Pickup 6.5L (1968–1969)
- GMC K35/K3500 Pickup 7.4L (1973–1974)
- GMC K3500 7.4L (1979–1986)
- GMC R3500 7.4L (1987–1989)
- GMC Sprint 7.4L (1971–1975)
- GMC V3500 7.4L (1987–1989)
- Pontiac Acadian 6.5L (1968–1969)
- Pontiac Acadian 7.4L (1970–1971)
- Pontiac Beaumont 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Pontiac Laurentian 6.5L (1966–1969)
- Pontiac Laurentian 7.4L (1970)
- Pontiac Parisienne 6.5L (1966–1969)
- Pontiac Parisienne 7.4L (1970)
- Pontiac Strato-Chief 6.5L (1965–1969)
- Pontiac Strato-Chief 7.4L (1970)
| Part No. | 7162 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Edelbrock |
| Part Type | Engine Camshaft and Lifter Kit |
| Weight | 15.05 lb |
| UPC | 00085347071623 |
| Country of Origin | USA |
Platform-level fitment (Ford + GM, Phase 1). We publish the engine platform a part is built for — not year-and-trim application data — so nothing here confirms a fit on a specific vehicle. Confirm fitment with us before ordering: (714) 202-7886.
Commonly Needed With This
Parts builders usually buy alongside this one — gaskets, seals and hardware for the install. These are suggestions, not a verified fit: call (714) 202-7886 to confirm before ordering.