Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit 396/ 427/ 454 BBC
Highlights
- Hydraulic Flat Tappet Camshaft
- Strong Low-to-Mid Torque
- RPM Range: Off-Idle to 5,500
- Includes Lifters and Lube
Edelbrock Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit for 396, 427, and 454 C.I.D. Big-Block Chevy Engines.
Street-driven big-block Chevy engines benefit from strong low-end torque and responsive mid-range power. Edelbrock's Performer-Plus camshaft kit is excellent for bringing both out. With an operating range from off-idle through 5,500 RPM, it improves throttle response and ensures a smooth idle quality. It works with big-block Chevys that have a 396, 427, or 454 C.I.D..
Features and Benefits:
- Compatible with stock cylinder heads
- Hydraulic flat tappet camshaft design
- Strong low-end and mid-range torque
- Improves throttle response
- Smooth idle characteristics
- Designed for street-driven applications
- Operating range: off-idle to 5,500 RPM
- Includes flat tappet lifters and assembly lube
Vehicle Fitment:
- Designed for V8 big-block Chevy engines
- Fits engines with a 396, 427, or 454 C.I.D.
Specifications:
- Intake duration: 218 degrees
- Exhaust duration: 228 degrees
- Intake lift: 0.500"
- Exhaust lift: 0.500"
- Lobe separation angle: 114 degrees
- Intake centerline: 109 degrees
- Vacuum: 15 in-Hg
Please Note: This camshaft kit is not compatible with 1965-1966 big-block Chevy engines that require a grooved rear cam journal. Always verify block and camshaft compatibility before ordering.
California Residents: Proposition 65 Warning
Related Categories: Restomod, Camshafts & Valvetrain
Only for use on pre-pollution controlled vehicles: This product can be used on vehicles that were manufactured before emissions control regulations were imposed. Pre-pollution vehicles are defined as:
- 1965 and older U.S. manufactured California certified vehicles
- 1967 and older U.S. manufactured federally certified vehicles
Installation Difficulty

Intermediate skill is required for this installation.
Installation Instructions
Vehicle Fitment
This product will fit the following Camaro years:
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,
- 1973,
This product will fit the following Chevelle years:
- 1964,
- 1965,
- 1966,
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,
This product will fit the following El Camino years:
- 1964,
- 1965,
- 1966,
- 1967,
- 1968,
- 1969,
- 1970,
- 1971,
- 1972,












