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PERFORMER RPM II NITROUS SYSTEM
Catalog #70080, #70081 - Single-Stage Performer RPM II
Catalog #70082, #70083 - 2-Stage Performer RPM II
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a. Edelbrock General Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
b. Before You Install Your Edelbrock Nitrous System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
c. What is Nitrous Oxide? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Thank You…. …for purchasing an Edelbrock Nitrous Oxide Injection System. Nitrous Oxide injection is one of the most exciting performance enhancements, for the dollar invested, on the market today. With the use of nitrous oxide come some important safety considerations. This manual has been written to help you during the installation and use of your Edelbrock Nitrous System. Please read it completely before you install and use your system. Please pay close attention to the safety information at t
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Caution!!! Before You Install Your Edelbrock Nitrous System… Please read this Installation manual fully before installing this system. You will need to have available the following tools: Hand Tools ❑ Socket set including ratchets and extensions ❑ Screwdrivers ❑ Pliers ❑ Bench vise ❑ Wire crimping pliers, wire strippers ❑ Floor jack ❑ Razor blade or other sharp, flat edged cutting instrument ❑ Vehicle jackstands ❑ Safety glasses ❑ Timing light Power Tools ❑ Power drill ❑ Drill bits You should un
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WHAT IS NITROUS OXIDE? Nitrous Oxide is a cryogenic gas composed of nitrogen and oxygen molecules. It is stored as a “gas over a liquid” which means that both liquid and gaseous nitrous oxide is delivered into your engine. It is 36% oxygen by weight, which is what produces the added horsepower. By injecting more oxygen (and a corresponding fuel signal), we create the additional power much like a supercharger or a turbocharger does. Nitrous Oxide is considered an “oxidizer” and not a fuel. Nitrou
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1.0 Introduction to your Edelbrock Performer RPM II Nitrous System ….about this manual! Within the pages of this manual is information, safety tips and operation instructions for your new Edelbrock Nitrous System. Watch for these symbols to know where to go for information. ….There is safety related information here. ….shows where technical information about your vehicle or specific skills that may help during installation. ℡ ℡ ….call Edelbrock Technical support hotline for more information
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1.2 Jet Map Information Edelbrock engineering has conducted dyno testing with the Performer RPM II system to provide you with a baseline jet map. These jet combinations are supplied with this system to enable you to vary your engine’s power output. On a typical mildly to highly modified 350 or larger cubic inch engine, you can expect the following approximate power gains for each of the jetting levels: Performer RPM II Jet Map Approximate HP Gain Nitrous Jet Fuel Jet Timing Adjustment 200 85 85
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1.3 Engine Operation Considerations When used correctly, nitrous oxide safely elevates cylinder pressures and temperatures while increasing combustion rate. These characteristics make the engine more sensitive to detonation. To ensure proper performance, engine and drive line life, the following tips are suggested: � Adequate Fuel Pressure and Delivery When designing your fuel system, plan on your pumps and lines flowing at least 0.10 gallons per hour per horsepower. The testing at Edelbrock wa
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1.4a Single-Stage Performer RPM II Nitrous System Components 3 18 2 16 19 17 15 4 1 6 14 5 7 13 10 12 11 9 8 Item # Qty. Description Item # Qty. Description 10 1 Blue 4AN Fitting 1 1 Performer RPM II Plate 11 1 Red 4AN Fitting 2 2 Gaskets 12 1 1/4”NPT to 1/8”NPT Reducer 3 1 Main 14ft. Feed Line 13 1 Victor Pro Nitrous Solenoid 4 2 Solenoid Brackets 14 1 Victor Pro Fuel Solenoid 5 1 Micro Switch Bracket 15 4 Solenoid Mounting Screws 6 1 Bottle Nut Washer 16 4 Carburetor Studs 7 1 6AN Bottle Nu
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1.4b 2-Stage Performer RPM II Nitrous System Components 3 20 22 2 19 18 23 4 16 17 6 1 21 14 15 5 7 10 9 8 13 11 12 Item # Qty. Description Item # Qty. Description 13 1 6AN Flare Tee 1 1 2-Stage Performer RPM II Plate 14 1 Performer RPM Nitrous Solenoid 2 2 Gaskets 15 1 Performer RPM Fuel Solenoid 3 1 Main 14ft. Feed Line 16 1 Victor Pro Fuel Solenoid 4 4 Solenoid Brackets 17 1 Victor Pro Nitrous Solenoid 5 1 Micro Switch Bracket 18 8 Solenoid Mounting Screws 6 1 Bottle Nut Washer 19 4 Carbureto
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2.0 Performer RPM II Nitrous System Installation 2.1 Nitrous Bottle Mounting The nitrous oxide storage cylinder is typically called a “nitrous bottle”. It is an aluminum cylinder, designed and manufactured to withstand very high pressures. The valve on top of the bottle is a high-flow design that allows easy opening and closing which controls the nitrous flow to the engine compartment. Accurate calibration of your nitrous system depends on the bottle remaining at a stable temperature. In vehicle
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2.2 Bottle Orientation Bottle placement is critical to the performance of your nitrous system. It is important to understand how the bottle valve and siphon tube are assembled to properly orient the bottle in your vehicle and ensure that it picks up liquid nitrous while undergoing acceleration. All nitrous bottles are assembled so that the bottom of the siphon tube is at the bottom of the bottle, opposite the bottle label. An Edelbrock nitrous bottle cannot be mounted upside-down. Edelbrock does
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2.3 Nitrous Bottle Installation After you have determined the location and orientation of the nitrous bottle, use the following procedure to install the bottle: 2.3.1 Street Car Installations 1. Disconnect vehicle’s battery. 2. Determine the location of the bottle within the confines of the rear of the vehicle. 3. Once a mounting location has been determined, raise the vehicle (following all safety practices involved in working on a vehicle from under the vehicle) and verify that there are no fu
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2.4 Nitrous Feed Line Mounting 1. Determine the route your main nitrous feed line will follow. Ensure the path does not route the nitrous feed line too close to the exhaust system, suspension, electrical lines/components or tires. 2. Attach nitrous supply line to bottle. 3. Feed nitrous line along proposed route. 4. Secure nitrous supply line to underside of vehicle. Note: Stainless steel covering of the main nitrous feed line is very abrasive. Shield painted components or sensitive system comp
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2.6 Nitrous Solenoid Mounting and Installation 1. Attach the solenoid mounting bracket to the bottom of the nitrous solenoid. 2. Hold the solenoid securely (like in a bench vise) being careful not to harm the solenoid or block the inlet or outlet of the solenoid. 3. Install nitrous filter fitting (Blue fitting 6AN X 1/4 NPT) using liquid Teflon in the inlet port of the nitrous solenoid. 4. Install the blue 4AN X 1/8 NPT flare fitting using liquid Teflon in the outlet port of the nitrous solenoi
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2.8 2-Stage Solenoid Mounting Information When mounting your solenoids in a 2-stage configuration, special attention must be paid to your system set-up. Be sure that you utilize the Performer RPM solenoids for your first stage, and the Victor Pro solenoids for your second stage. The Performer RPM solenoids may not be capable of the flow rates required by the high horsepower levels of the second stage. Please refer to the 2-stage wiring diagram to determine proper solenoid connections. 2.9 Nitrou
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2.10 Nitrous Injection Plate Installation The Edelbrock Nitrous System injection plate is a precision-designed CNC-machined component. It has been designed to safely introduce a precise, metered nitrous and fuel signal to promote proper mixing and distribution into the intake manifold. The jet map (see Jet Map Information section) will give you the proper jets to use for each of the power levels available for this plate. The jet fittings are color-coded for use with nitrous (blue) and fuel (red)
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2.12 Single Stage Electrical System Installation Nitrous Electrical Components Bill of Materials (BOM) Item # Quantity Description 1 1 ea. Activation microswitch 2 1 ea. Activation microswitch bracket (not shown) 3 2 ea. Activation microswitch mounting nut 4 2 ea. Activation microswitch mounting screw 5 1 ea. 30 amp relay 6 1 ea. Wire harness with integral relay/fuse holder 7 1 ea. Red lighted toggle switch 8 2 ea. 18/22g female spade connector, Nylon insulated 9 2 ea. 14/16g female spade conne
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2.12.a Single Stage Wire Harness Diagram SWITCHED +12V 11 16 5 12 7 ARMING SWITCH 6 RELAY SUPPLY ON EARTH VOLTS ACC GROUND BATTERY FUSEHOLDER & RED FUSE 11 SOCKET RED 8 WHITE (2) 9 10 BLUE WARNING! DO NOT CONNECT TO THIS TERMINAL BLACK 13 14 (2) MICROSWITCH 15 13 1 13 2 SOLENOIDS 3 (2) 13 4 (2) FUEL PRESSURE SAFETY SWITCH Wire Schematic Origin and Destination Map Wire Color System Origin Destination Terminal Used Red Bat Voltage Relay Harness Bat. Volt. Signal Ring Red Arming S
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2.13 2-Stage Electrical System Installation Nitrous Electrical Components Bill of Materials (BOM) Quantity Description Activation microswitch 1 ea. Activation microswitch bracket (not shown) 1 ea. Activation microswitch mounting nut 2 ea. Activation microswitch mounting screw 2 ea. 30 amp relay 2 ea. Wire harness with integral relay/fuse holder 2 ea. Red lighted toggle switch 1 ea. 18/22g female spade connector, Nylon insulated 6 ea. 14/16g female spade connector, Nylon insulated 2 ea. 14-16g ma
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2.13.a 2-Stage Wire Harness Diagram 2nd 1st Fuse Stage Stage Holder Relay Relay Red Red White Blue White Black Battery Black Blue Switched +12V Ground Microswitch 2nd 2nd 1st 1st Stage Stage Stage Black Stage Solenoid Solenoid Solenoid Solenoid Ground Pushbutton Ground Ground 1st Stage Relay Origins and Destinations Map Wire Color System Origin Destination Terminal Used Red Main voltage supply Relay harness +12V Battery terminal Ring Blue 1st stage solenoid power Relay harness Solenoid wires Mal
