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Thanks for the update. I hope that you share this information with the Edelbrock calibration engineer assisting you so that they can document this problem. I'm sure they will make an effort to revise the instructions to stress the importance of not damaging the gaskets.
What you have shown in the image is clearly more than enough to cause fuel trim issues. As a matter of fact, I've seen smaller tears cause issues. Next time the blower goes in. Zip tie all the harness on top of the engine away as much as possible and use micro fiber rags all around the flanges to prevent tears.(unclip the harness at the rear passenger bracket next to the big main engine harness connector). I say this because the tear you've shown is closest to that connector and I bet the convolute or zip tie shredded that gasket. Also liberally apply some silicone lube to the gaskets if you have some. Although moving the supercharger forward to install the rear clamps is recommended, it's not necessary. If you have a good set of tools and mechanical skill, you can get in there without causing damage to the parts on the firewall. Good luck and keep us posted when your back up and running!
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