CYLINDER HEADS - Chrysler - Small Block - Performer RPM Crysler & Chrysler 340
Performer RPM Chrysler & Chrysler 340
  • Performer RPM Chrysler heads deliver outstanding performance in non-emission 1967-91 Chrysler 318-340-360 c.i.d. engines
  • Designed for non-emission 1968-73 340 c.i.d. Chryslers, RPM Chrysler 340 heads have chambers machined .060" for clearance with early high-compression engines
  • These heads are capable of 417 horsepower and 397 ft-lbs. of torque on pump gas with an Edelbrock Performer RPM intake manifold and matching camshaft


Cylinder Head Specifications

Combustion chamber volume 63cc & 65cc
Intake runner volume 171cc
Exhaust runner volume 77cc
Intake valve diameter 2.02"
Exhaust valve diameter 1.60"
Valve stem diameter 11/32"
Valve guides Manganese bronze
Deck thickness 5/8"
Valve spring diameter 1.46"
Valve spring maximum lift .575"
Rocker stud N/A
Guideplate N/A
Pushrod diameter 5/16"
Valve angle 18°
Exhaust port location Stock
Spark plug fitment 14mm x 3/4 reach, gasket seat
Made In USA




Technical Notes: The special valvetrain in the 1970 340 T/A is not compatible with these heads. Match with Edelbrock head gasket sets. Bare heads will have valve guides & seats installed, but will require final sizing and a valve job to match the valves you will be using. Recommended spark plugs are Champion RC12YC or equivalent 14mm x 3/4" reach with flat gasket seat.
 
Description Bare (Single) Complete (Single)
Small-Block Chrysler (with springs for hydraulic roller cams) 60769* 60775*
Small-Block Chrysler 340 (with springs for hydraulic roller cams) 60199* 60175*
Small-Block Chrysler (with springs for hydraulic flat tappet cams) 60769* 60779*
Small-Block Chrysler 340 (with springs for hydraulic flat tappet cams) 60199* 60179*
For NHRA Stock/Super Stock only (with springs for hydraulic flat tappet cams) 60767* N/A
For NHRA 340 Stock/Super Stock only (with springs for hydraulic flat tappet cams) 60197* N/A

Flow Numbers as tested by Edelbrock's SuperFlo SF-1020 flow bench
#60779 | #60179
Valve Lift .100" .200" .300" .400" .500" .600" .700"
Intake 69 129 188 232 249 251 -
Exhaust 64 108 142 171 183 190 -
* Not legal for sale or use on pollution controlled motor vehicles.
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