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Originally Posted by shiumai
A couple of questions: I've noticed a couple of threads about broken supercharger belts (on other brands). are you stranded if that happens or can you drive/'limp' home?
is replacing the belt on the e-force a relatively simple matter that can be done at the roadside should a belt break? i'm assuming it's the same as replacing the stock serpentine belt - just need a wrench to pull on the belt tensioner (and any other associated tools). i was just wondering whether it'd be prudent to carry a spare belt in the trunk and tools 'just in case'.
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Other might be more familiar, but I'll take a stab at answering your question based on info I have available:
Unfortunately, the E-force is directly driven by the belt, as opposed to an independent drive system like the one on a Kraftwerks system, so you wouldn't be able to drive away if you break a belt. The good thing is, it looks like its pretty straight forward to replace the belt. Looking at the install instructions, it looks like you would just need to take off the intake and maybe the throttle body, both easily accessible. So if you're worried about it, I would just keep a spare belt in my trunk.
