Edelbrock 68982 Installation Instructions

Please study these instructions carefully before installing your new Tubular Exhaust System (TES). If you have any questions, please
contact our Technical Hotline at : 1-800-416-8628 from 7 am - 5pm, Monday-Friday, Pacific Standard Time or e-mail us at
Edelbrock@Edelbrock.com. Please fill out and mail your warranty card.
TUBULAR EXHAUST SYSTEM:
Injection) V6 engine. A performance gain can be expected by the installation of the system. This system does require welding for
installation and retains all O.E.M. emissions equipment.
Suggested Tools Needed for Installation: This vehicle has some metric fasteners.
❑
Mig welder (recommended) or gas welder—Professional welding is highly recommended.
❑
3/8" ratchet socket set with extensions and universal 13mm and 15mm swivel sockets.
❑ Combination set of open-end wrenches.
❑ Hacksaw.
❑ Jackstands, screwdrivers, pliers, crescent wrench, etc.
❑ Liquid penetrant, (GM #1052627) anti-seize compound (GM #5613695)
NOTE: Some models will require a special power steering pulley puller, K-D 2897 or equivalent.
SPECIAL NOTICE: This Edelbrock Tubular Exhaust System has received an Executive Order number (E.O.#) from the California Air
Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) making it legal for street use in all 50 states. To assist you with emission equipment certification, we
have included a silver fan shroud decal to help testing personnel verify the this part is a legal replacement on the vehicle for which
it is cataloged. The adhesive-backed decal should be affixed next to the existing emission and engine specifications decal. Do not
cover any part of your original emission decal.
WARNING: The use of "Thermal Wrap" or any aftermarket coating process will void the warranty on your Edelbrock Tubular
Exhaust Systems. Those products can cause excessive heat and moisture buildup resulting in corrosion and failure of the system.
NOTE: High temperature spark plug wires and boots are recommended to withstand heat from T.E.S.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Improper installation will void warranty and may result in
Qty. PN Description
❑ 1
25-9439 Header left side (#68982)
❑ 1
25-9438 Header right side (#68982)
❑ 1
25-9051 Header left side (#68983)
❑ 1
25-9052 Header right side (#68983)
❑ 1
25-9586 Extension pipe left side
❑ 1
25-9587 Extension pipe right side
❑ 10
36-0710 Hex header bolts; 3/8" 16 x 1
❑ 2
36-6438 Ferry bolts: 3/8" x 2-3/4"
❑ 1
46-1060 Flange connector
❑ 3
- Flat washers; 3/8"
Catalog #68982, #68983
©2006 Edelbrock Corporation
For 1993-1995 Chevy/GMC Pick-Up, 1500 Series, 2 & 4 WD,
®
Auto & Standard Transmission with 4.3L V6 T.B.I. without A.I.R.
hese components are designed to improve the exhaust efficiency of the GM T.B.I. (Throttle Body
T
IMPORTANT NOTE:
poor performance and engine or vehicle damage.
KIT CONTENTS
Catalog #68982 (Ceramic-Coated), #68983 (Ti-Tech Coated)
Qty.
❑ 1
52-8097
❑ 1
68-1330
❑ 4
68-8550
❑ 1
25-9604
❑ 2
25-9605
❑ 14
82-5590
❑ 2
54-0262
❑ 2
54-0414
❑ 1
46-5183
❑ 2
❑ 2
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TUBULAR EXHAUST SYSTEM
Catalog #68982, #68983

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

PN Description
O2 Sensor plug
Hex cap screw 1/4-20 x 1
Hex cap screw 3/8"-16 x 2"
Spacer tube; 3/8" O.D. x 1/2" Long
Spacer tube; 5/8" O.D. x 1-1/2" Long
Lock washers; 3/8"
Gasket manifold port
Donut gaskets 2-1/4"
U-clamp; 2-1/4"
- Spark plug connector boots
- Spark plug terminal ends
Brochure #63-68982
Rev. 5/06 - DA/mc