Edelbrock E-force Owner's thread and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by SirBrass

CARB tune, or is this tuned with catless headers and a more free-flowing FP?

That is CARB legal, on CA 91 octane.

[Lunatic]

Originally Posted by DarkSunrise

Same here. This supercharger holds 90% peak torque from ~3300 RPM to redline. That is impressive. Just need confirmation it is track reliable.

I asked them yesterday while at the Edelbrock tour about tracking and head soaking. They replyed they have don extensive testing on the wheel dyne and it all looked good there. But have not had the car on the track yet. Hopefully in a couple of weeks.

[funwheeldrive]

I really need to find a sponsor

Or a sugar mama...

[BoostedWrbBrz]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

If a dealership installs the kit for you, then you would get the warranty from Edelbrock on your entire drivetrain. It can be done any time. However, finding a dealership to install the kit may be a bit difficult.

The easiest option will be to find an ASE certified technician local to you to perform the installation.

Alternatively, you can find authorized dealers/installers such as @CounterSpace Garage to do the installation for you as well.

i myself am an ASE certified technician.. If I install this kit at home myself will that mean I'd have the warranty? I currently hold 5 ASE certs

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by SlvrFrs

i myself am an ASE certified technician.. If I install this kit at home myself will that mean I'd have the warranty? I currently hold 5 ASE certs

You'd need the installation documented in the form of invoices, AFAIK.

[LucidMomentum]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

You'd need the installation documented in the form of invoices, AFAIK.

He should charge himself the cost of the kit to install it. That way it's like he's paying for it with his labor :p

[Edelbrock LLC]

Originally Posted by SlvrFrs

i myself am an ASE certified technician.. If I install this kit at home myself will that mean I'd have the warranty? I currently hold 5 ASE certs

The installation of the Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger System must be conducted by:

• a certified new car dealership
• a certified Edelbrock E-Force supercharger installer
• or by an automotive service technician certified by the Institute for Automotive ServiceExcellence (ASE) at an automotive repair facility with a valid business license.

[twag4]

Originally Posted by Edelbrock LLC

The installation of the Edelbrock E-Force Supercharger System must be conducted by:

• a certified new car dealership
• a certified Edelbrock E-Force supercharger installer
• or by an automotive service technician certified by the Institute for Automotive ServiceExcellence (ASE) at an automotive repair facility with a valid business license.

Give me a break! If he is a licensed ASE mechanic, as he stated, what difference does it make if he is operating within a licensed business? Gotta love big ole American company CYA. This makes the Edelbrock kit much less of a value to the DIY car owner.

I wonder how Vic would feel knowing that his company is turning from its garage hot rodding roots. I was a 17years old installing a victor junior intake manifold one summer on an old Chevelle I had, I called Edelbrock for some advice on a vacuum line problem I was having. I talked to the man Vic Jr. himself. Pretty cool, I'll never forget that- giving advice and talking to a 17 yo kid. This is indeed a different feel from the experience I had back then. No warranty if you don't spend an additional $500+ on install stinks! (Flame suit on)

[SirBrass]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

As usual, we'll publish testing results when we've tested to a level of confidence where all of our results are 100% repeatable. This may take quite a while, so don't sit there waiting.

Well, it'll take a while (a long while) before the wife will let me drop this kind of money on something. So I can wait.

[Calum]

Originally Posted by twag4

Give me a break! If he is a licensed ASE mechanic, as he stated, what difference does it make if he is operating within a licensed business? Gotta love big ole American company CYA. This makes the Edelbrock kit much less of a value to the DIY car owner.

I wonder how Vic would feel knowing that his company is turning from its garage hot rodding roots. I was a 17years old installing a victor junior intake manifold one summer on an old Chevelle I had, I called Edelbrock for some advice on a vacuum line problem I was having. I talked to the man Vic Jr. himself. Pretty cool, I'll never forget that- giving advice and talking to a 17 yo kid. This is indeed a different feel from the experience I had back then. No warranty if you don't spend an additional $500+ on install stinks! (Flame suit on)

Calm down man. No other kits' warranty comes even close.

The guy could still do it at work

[BigFatFlip]

Originally Posted by twag4

Give me a break! If he is a licensed ASE mechanic, as he stated, what difference does it make if he is operating within a licensed business? Gotta love big ole American company CYA. This makes the Edelbrock kit much less of a value to the DIY car owner.

I wonder how Vic would feel knowing that his company is turning from its garage hot rodding roots. I was a 17years old installing a victor junior intake manifold one summer on an old Chevelle I had, I called Edelbrock for some advice on a vacuum line problem I was having. I talked to the man Vic Jr. himself. Pretty cool, I'll never forget that- giving advice and talking to a 17 yo kid. This is indeed a different feel from the experience I had back then. No warranty if you don't spend an additional $500+ on install stinks! (Flame suit on)

@Edelbrock LLC can correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe this is for their limited power train warranty. The SC will still come with the standard 3 yr warranty on parts defects even if you install it yourself. Granted that the power train warranty is for 36k mi from 0/3 yrs from new, but I don't think you'll find any other FI manufacturer who will give you the same.

I don't think its out of line for Edelbrock to expect some amount of accountability, expecting that the work be done by a professional and at a place of business.

[bfrank1972]

Originally Posted by twag4

Give me a break! If he is a licensed ASE mechanic, as he stated, what difference does it make if he is operating within a licensed business? Gotta love big ole American company CYA. This makes the Edelbrock kit much less of a value to the DIY car owner.

I wonder how Vic would feel knowing that his company is turning from its garage hot rodding roots. I was a 17years old installing a victor junior intake manifold one summer on an old Chevelle I had, I called Edelbrock for some advice on a vacuum line problem I was having. I talked to the man Vic Jr. himself. Pretty cool, I'll never forget that- giving advice and talking to a 17 yo kid. This is indeed a different feel from the experience I had back then. No warranty if you don't spend an additional $500+ on install stinks! (Flame suit on)

Please. You're damned right they have to CYA - just think about all those hacks out there doing botched installations and trying to collect on their warranty after something breaks. Kudos to Edelbrock for providing a warranty under *any* circumstance - it's unheard of when it comes to an aftermarket FI product. Just shows how they plan to stand behind their product.

[Edelbrock LLC]

That's correct BigFatFlip, Edelbrock warrants each new supercharger kit to be free from defects in both workmanship and material for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase, provided that the product is properly installed and subjected to normal use and service.

The installation requirements are for the Powertrain Warranty.

[twag4]

Even with the flame suit, it is burning! Ok, great warranty. I get it. Still...