The Edelbrock 7809 is a Performer-Link timing chain set for big-block Chevrolet Mark IV 396-502 and Gen V 454-502 engines, for use with Edelbrock or stock camshafts. It is a stock replacement set with a single roller chain and no keyway adjustment. The chain is a solid-bushing roller design. The cam sprocket is cast iron with 35,000 psi tensile strength, and the crank sprocket is billet SAE-1144 steel, induction heat treated. The set is not for use above 6,500 RPM.
Notes:
- Not for use above 6,500 RPM.
- Never hammer directly on the chain or sprockets; use a sleeve if hammering is required.
- Check clearance between the chain and block and between the chain and front cover, and make sure the cam and crank sprockets are aligned before reassembly.
Specifications:
- Brand: Edelbrock
- Part Number: 7809
- Part Type: Engine Timing Set
- Keyway Adjustable: No
- Chain Type: Single Roller
- Timing Chain Type: Single Roller
- Manufacturer warranty: 12 months
Engine Applications
- Chevrolet Big-Block Mark IV: 396 (6.5L)-502 (8.2L)
- Chevrolet Big-Block Gen V: 454 (7.4L)-502 (8.2L)
Vehicle Applications
- Chevrolet: Bel Air 1965-1975; Biscayne 1965-1972; Blazer 1973; C10 1975-1980; C10 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C10 Suburban 1968-1969, 1973-1980; C20 1975-1986; C20 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C20 Suburban 1968-1969, 1973-1986; C30 1975-1986; C30 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; Camaro 1967-1969; Caprice 1966-1976; Chevelle 1966-1973; Chevy II 1968; Corvette 1966-1974; El Camino 1966-1975; G10 Van 1973-1974; G20 1976; G20 Van 1973-1974; G30 1975-1976; G30 Van 1973-1974; Impala 1965-1976; K10 1976-1980; K10 Pickup 1968-1969, 1974; K10 Suburban 1968-1969; K20 1976-1978; K20 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; K20 Suburban 1973-1985; K30 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; K5 Blazer 1976-1978; Kingswood 1970-1972; Laguna 1973-1975; Malibu 1966-1967, 1973-1975; Monte Carlo 1970-1975; Nova 1969-1970; R30 1987-1988; R3500 1989; Townsman 1970-1972; V30 1987-1988; V3500 1989
- GMC: C15 1975-1978; C15 Suburban 1975-1978; C15/C1500 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C15/C1500 Suburban 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C1500 1979-1980; C1500 Suburban 1979-1980; C25 1975-1978; C25 Suburban 1975-1978; C25/C2500 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C25/C2500 Suburban 1968-1969, 1974; C2500 1979-1986; C2500 Suburban 1979-1986; C35 1975-1978; C35/C3500 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; C3500 1979-1986; G25 1975-1976; G35 1976; Jimmy 1973-1976; K15 1976; K15/K1500 Pickup 1968-1969; K15/K1500 Suburban 1968, 1974; K1500 1980; K25 1976-1978; K25 Suburban 1976-1977; K25/K2500 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; K25/K2500 Suburban 1968, 1974; K35/K3500 Pickup 1968-1969, 1973-1974; K3500 1979-1986; R3500 1987-1989; Sprint 1971-1975; V3500 1987-1989
Grouped by make, with model years for each model (72 models, 330 year, make and model combinations).
Emissions Status
- Stock replacement part made to original-equipment specifications. Use it only on the specific year, make and model it is made for.
FAQ
What engines does the Edelbrock 7809 fit?
Big-block Chevrolet Mark IV V8s from 396 to 502 cubic inches and Gen V 454 and 502 cubic inch V8s.
What chain does the 7809 use?
A single roller, solid-bushing chain.
Is the 7809 timing adjustable?
No. It is a stock replacement set with a single roller chain and no keyway adjustment.
What is the RPM limit of the 7809?
Performer-Link timing sets are not for use above 6,500 RPM.
Is the Edelbrock 7809 street legal?
It is a stock replacement part made to OE specifications, for the specific year, make and model it is made for.
California Proposition 65: This product can expose you to Chromium, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65warnings.ca.gov.
