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Part # 79949
The Edelbrock 79949 E-CNC Small Block Chevy GEN 3 & 4 LS cylinder head are designed for 1997 & later GEN 3 & 4 LS1/LS2 Chevy engines including 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L & 6.0L. The E-CNC Cylinder Head feature fully CNC'd intake ports, combustion chambers and exhaust ports for improved air-flow. Dyno tests proved this head is capable of 457 hp & 438 ft-lbs. of torque. High-quality conical beehive springs are secured with steel retainers and valve locks for performance up to .600" valve lift. Match with any one of Edelbrock's LS series intake manifolds and camshafts for a dyno-proven performance combination. Rocker bolt kit #8597 includes 8 rocker bolts that are shorter than stock to prevent the bolts from protruding into the intake ports. E-CNC 215 head is 50-state street legal.
| Assembled | Yes |
|---|---|
| Camshaft Type | Hydraulic Roller |
| CNC Ported | Yes |
| Combustion Chamber Volume | 65 cc |
| Construction Type | Complete |
| Cylinder Head Gasket Included | No |
| Deck Height | 9.24 in |
| Deck Thickness | 0.625 in |
| EGR Port | No |
| Exhaust Port Location | Standard |
| Exhaust Runner Volume | 76 |
| Exhaust Valve Diameter | 1.57 in |
| Family | E-CNC |
| Grade Type | Performance |
| Guide Material | Manganese Bronze |
| Guide Plates Included | No |
| Head Casting Number | 31-6196 |
| Horsepower | 400-500 |
| Intake Runner Volume | 215 cc |
| Intake Valve Diameter | 2.02 in |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Mounting Hardware Included | No |
| Push Rod Diameter | (Suggested) 0.3125 in |
| Quantity | Sold Individually |
| Retainer Included | Yes |
| Rocker Arm Studs/Bolts Included | No |
| Rocker Arms Included | No |
| Seat Angle | Exhaust 45 deg/Intake 45 deg |
| Seat Material | Ductile Iron |
| Series | E-CNC |
| UPC / GTIN | 00085347799497 |
| Year | Make | Model | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 - 2004 | Avanti | II | 5.7L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2006 - 2007 | Cadillac | CTS | 6.0L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 1998 - 2002 | Chevrolet | Camaro | 5.7L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2010 - 2015 | Chevrolet | Camaro | 6.2L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 1997 - 2000 | Chevrolet | Corvette | 5.7L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2001 - 2004 | Chevrolet | Corvette | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal | |
| 2006 - 2007 | Chevrolet | Corvette | 6.0L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2008 - 2013 | Chevrolet | Corvette | 6.2L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2014 - 2017 | Chevrolet | SS | 6.2L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2005 - 2006 | Chevrolet | SSR | 6.0L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2006 - 2009 | Chevrolet | Trailblazer | 6.0L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 1998 - 2002 | Pontiac | Firebird | 5.7L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2009 | Pontiac | G8 | 6.2L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2004 | Pontiac | GTO | 5.7L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |
| 2005 - 2006 | Pontiac | GTO | 6.0L V8 | Complete; 215cc/76cc Intake/Exh. Port Vol.; 400-500HP; Std. Exh. Port; 65cc Chamber Vol.; 0.600 in. Max Lift; 1.30in Valve Spring Dia.; Single; 50 State Legal / California Emissions Compliant; 2.02 in Int./1.60 in. Exh. Valves; Flat Tappet Cam; Equipped w/Springs For Use in Hydraulic Roller Camshaft Apps; 50 State Legal |