The Edelbrock 60229 is a Performer RPM aluminum cylinder head designed for small-block Ford 289, 302 and 351 Windsor V8 engines. It has 170 cc intake runners, 60 cc combustion chambers, 1.90 in intake and 1.60 in exhaust valves, and a 20 degree valve angle. It is designed for 1,500 to 6,500 RPM and comes complete with valves, springs and retainers for flat tappet camshafts. Sold as a single head.
Notes:
- Sold individually; order two for a V8.
- The 1.90 in intake valves are for use with stock pistons.
- Hardened pushrods are required; Edelbrock 9632 (flat tappet only).
- Will not accept rail rockers.
- 289 and 302 engines require head bolt bushings 9680 and either head bolt kit 8552 (7/16 in) or stock head bolts.
- Spark plugs: Champion RC12YC or equivalent, 14 mm x 3/4 in reach with flat gasket seat.
Specifications:
- Brand: Edelbrock
- Part Number: 60229
- Part Type: Engine Cylinder Head
- Series: Performer RPM
- Material: Aluminum
- Intake Valve Diameter: 1.90 in
- Valve Angle: 20 Degree
- Intake Runner Volume: 170 cc
- Guide Plate Material: Hardened Steel
- Camshaft Type: Flat Tappet
- Horsepower: 325-500 HP
- Seat Angle: Exhaust 45 deg/Intake 45 deg
- Pushrod Diameter: 0.3125 (5/16) in
- Rocker Stud Diameter: 0.3750 (3/8) in
- Valve Spring Diameter: 1.46 in
- Valve Spring Maximum Lift: 0.575 in
- Valve Stem Diameter: 0.3438 in
- Exhaust Valve Diameter: 1.60 in
- EGR Port: No
- Seat Material: Ductile Iron
- Construction Type: Complete
- Deck Thickness: 0.625 in
- Retainer Included: Yes
- Valve Included: Yes
- Exhaust Port Location: Standard
- Exhaust Runner Volume: 60 cc
- Combustion Chamber Volume: 60 cc
- CNC Ported: No
- Guide Material: Manganese Bronze
- Valve Springs Included: Yes
- Guide Plates Included: Yes
- Sold as: Each
- Manufacturer warranty: 12 months
Engine Applications
- Ford Small-Block Windsor: 289 (4.7L), 302 (5.0L)
Vehicle Applications
- Ford: 300 1963; Bronco 1966-1996; Country Sedan 1963-1974; Country Squire 1963-1974; Custom 1964-1972; Custom 500 1964-1977; E-100 Econoline 1969-1983; E-100 Econoline Club Wagon 1975-1983; E-150 Econoline 1975-1996; E-150 Econoline Club Wagon 1975-1996; E-200 Econoline 1969-1974; E-250 Econoline 1975-1996; E-250 Econoline Club Wagon 1975-1991; E-300 Econoline 1969-1974; E-350 Econoline 1975-1996; E-350 Econoline Club Wagon 1977-1996; Elite 1975-1976; Explorer 1996-2001; F-100 1969-1983; F-150 1975-1996, 2013-2014; F-250 1977-1996; F-250 HD 1997; F-350 1972-1997; Fairlane 1963-1970; Fairmont 1978-1979; Falcon 1964-1970; Falcon Sedan Delivery 1964-1965; GT40 1964-1969; Galaxie 1963-1967; Galaxie 500 1963-1974; Gran Torino 1972-1976; Granada 1975-1980; LTD 1965-1986; LTD Crown Victoria 1987-1991; LTD II 1977-1979; Maverick 1971-1977; Mustang 1964-1973, 1995; Mustang II 1975-1978; Ranch Wagon 1963-1974; Ranchero 1965-1979; Sprint 1964; Thunderbird 1977-1979; Torino 1968-1976
- Lincoln: Continental 1980, 1982-1987; Mark VI 1980-1983; Mark VII 1984-1992; Town Car 1981-1990; Versailles 1977-1980
- Mercury: Caliente 1964-1967; Capri 1966-1967; Colony Park 1969-1974, 1987-1991; Comet 1964-1969; Commuter 1967; Cougar 1967-1979; Country Cruiser 1963; Cyclone 1964-1971; Grand Marquis 1978-1991; Marquis 1971-1973, 1978-1982; Meteor 1963; Monarch 1975-1980; Montego 1968-1976; Monterey 1970-1974; Mountaineer 1997-2001; Villager 1964-1967; Voyager 1966-1967; Zephyr 1978-1979
Grouped by make, with model years for each model (66 models, 615 year, make and model combinations).
Fits only vehicles equipped with a 289, 302 or 351 Windsor small-block Ford V8.
Emissions Status
- For use on pre-pollution-controlled vehicles: 1965 and older U.S.-manufactured California-certified vehicles, 1967 and older U.S.-manufactured federally certified vehicles, and 1967 and older foreign-manufactured vehicles.
- For engine swaps into uncontrolled or pre-pollution-controlled vehicles. Not legal for use on pollution-controlled vehicles.
FAQ
What engines does the Edelbrock 60229 fit?
Small-block Ford Windsor V8s, designed for 289, 302 and 351W engines.
What are the runner and valve sizes of the 60229?
170 cc intake runners and 60 cc combustion chambers, with 1.90 in intake and 1.60 in exhaust valves.
What camshaft is the 60229 set up for?
Flat tappet camshafts. The 1.46 in valve springs are rated to 0.575 in maximum lift.
What else is needed to install the 60229 on a 289 or 302?
289 and 302 engines require head bolt bushings 9680 and either head bolt kit 8552 (7/16 in) or stock head bolts. Hardened pushrods, Edelbrock 9632, are also required.
Is the Edelbrock 60229 street legal?
It is not 50-state legal. Its emissions status is for pre-pollution-controlled vehicles and engine swaps into those vehicles.
California Proposition 65: This product can expose you to Lead, 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.
