General Information on 35310 Kit

[S. Armish]

Application: AMC 304, 360, 401 Performer RPM
Horsepower Range: Up to 435
Throttle Body Size: 4V 1000 cfm
Injector Size: 29 lb/hr

For more information, please go to:

http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_new/mc/efi/pf_amc.shtml

[JX-1974]

1. Will this system fit under my stock hood? I have an original 1974 AMC Javelin AMX with a non-functional cowl induction hood.
2. How many amps does this system draw? I have an original 51 amp Motorola alternator and want to make sure it can handle the extra draw.
3. What plug wire and coil do you recommend as these items have to be replaced with your system.
4. I have a stock 360-4 barrel with a high flow air cleaner and aftermarket Trendsetter side exhaust. Other than this, it's completely stock and in excellent condition with 36,000 original miles. I average 15MPG in the city right now. How much of a mileage gain should I expect to see (everything else being equal)? And, how much more HP & torque should I expect?
5. Are there any transmission likage modifications required? I have a factory 727 torque command.
6. When will the Performer RPM Total System be available for my application?

[shaun callaway]

1. Will this system fit under my stock hood? I have an original 1974 AMC Javelin AMX with a non-functional cowl induction hood.
2. How many amps does this system draw? I have an original 51 amp Motorola alternator and want to make sure it can handle the extra draw.
3. What plug wire and coil do you recommend as these items have to be replaced with your system.
4. I have a stock 360-4 barrel with a high flow air cleaner and aftermarket Trendsetter side exhaust. Other than this, it's completely stock and in excellent condition with 36,000 original miles. I average 15MPG in the city right now. How much of a mileage gain should I expect to see (everything else being equal)? And, how much more HP & torque should I expect?
5. Are there any transmission likage modifications required? I have a factory 727 torque command.
6. When will the Performer RPM Total System be available for my application?


The manifold height is A=5.78" B=6.78" and the Throttle body is 2.25 inches tall. I would suggest measuring your current setup to see if this will fit. This is done by putting a straight edge across the carb pad and measuring up from the bottom of the manifold front and back then you add both A and B (A+B) and divide by 2 this will give you manifold height.

As for the alternator you will have to go with a larger one.

A good set of 8mm spiral wraped wires will do you just fine as for the coil I would go with a MSD Blaster coil.

Your gains will depend on how you tune your motor.

You should be ok with your current linkage setup since the throttle body is like a carb but you may need to look at Lokar for a throttle cable.

I dont understand your last question, what do you mean by total package?

The part number for the EFI kit is 35260 and is availiable through any auto parts retailer (summit, jegs, or any local store that carries Edelbrock)

[JX-1974]

What type of spark plug wires do I need to be compatible with your system? AMC style or HEI style?

How many amps does your EFI system draw? I need to know so I can choose the proper size alternator. I'm told that upgrading the alternator on my car is tricky because I'll need to go to a one wire conversion and there are several higher amp ratings available. The conversion requires upgrading to a heavier gauge wire that attaches to the ammeter (behind the dash). Since the entire electrical system runs through this wire (if I don't upgrade I risk overheating the wire and potentially causing a fire). The ammeter wire upgrade requires dash removal and after that, the ammeter will not work.

Edelbrock AMC Top End Kit - Edelbrock just released their all new AMC top end kit which includes their Pro Flo EFI, aluminum cylinder heads, hydraulic cam & lifters, timing chain, bolt kit and gaskets (P/N 2030. See page 10 of http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_new/images/home/npb_2008.pdf).

Are there any other mods I will need to make to make the system work on my car?

[JX-1974]

Can you please reply to my questions? I need to rule in or rule out your EFI.

Thanks

[shaun callaway]

Can you please reply to my questions? I need to rule in or rule out your EFI.

Thanks


Noise suppression wires and resistor type plugs.

The amperage draw is less than 20 amps.

[F Alioto]

Edelbrock AMC Top End Kit - Edelbrock just released their all new AMC top end kit which includes their Pro Flo EFI, aluminum cylinder heads, hydraulic cam & lifters, timing chain, bolt kit and gaskets (P/N 2030. See page 10 of http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_new/images/home/npb_2008.pdf).

Are there any other mods I will need to make to make the system work on my car?

I put the older 3531 system on my 1977 CJ7 years ago. To make it work, I had to take the fuel tank sender to the radiator shop and have a 3/8" return tube brazed in. At the time I did not have the skills to do it myself, now I think it would be very doable.

I converted to a Ford style coil to make the kit work. I needed to fab a throttle cable bracket, and I was running a manual so I am not sure if more would be required to run an auto in a AMC powered vehicle.

Regarding the alt, I changed to a powermaster 1 wire alt at the same time. Primarily as the jeep had a plethora of lights and a winch.

If you have any specific question, please let me know. FWIW, the 304 (with 80k on it) put 138 to the rear tires with only the efi kit, then with EFI, performer cam, valve springs, timing set, non-emissions headers and 3" exhaust it put down 200 hp and 185 lb-ft at the tires. (the heads and oilpan were not removed). A large reason for the poor baseline was valve float and a tired motor.

I loved the kit and am getting ready to put a 419 with one together in an tube chassis offroad buggy. If you have any questions, let me know.

[ja48346]

I have a mildly built 401 in a Pacer with original heads, 9,5/1 compression, and an Edelbrock Performer Plus intake with Road Demon carb. I originally had a Performer intake and when switching to the plus, I had to give up about a 1/4" of already limited hood clearance. How does the height of the EFI system compare to my current combination? My math says the Performer Plus/ Demon stacks up as follows:
A= 4.45 + 3.25 = 7.70"
B= 5.77 + 3.25 = 9.02

The EFI measures
A = 5.78 + 2.25 = 8.03
B = 6.78 + 2.25 = 9.03

From what I can see, the EFI is going to be slightly taller than the PP combination currently on my car. Is my math correct?

Also, what is your opinion of doing the EFI conversion along with a cam change? New flat tappet cams want the engine started and immediately brought up to a fast idle for 20 minutes. With the complexity of the EFI, is this better done at a later date once the EFI is debugged?

[S. Armish]

Those height values look pretty close. If you're worried about the initial tune affecting cam break-in, you can always install the EFI manifold with fuel rails and injectors, etc. then plug the rail inlet and outlet. Bolt a carb on top and do your break-in that way with your existing distributor and ignition combo. We do that here all the time.

SA