Edelbrock announced today two great enhancements to its E-Force line of supercharger systems.

The first is the expansion of their supplemental warranty program that now includes three warranty options (Silver, Gold and Platinum) based on the consumer’s desired term and coverage limits with no deductible on any of the plans. Edelbrock has E-Force warranty plans available in terms from 3-year/36,000 mile up to 5-year/100,000 mile with liability coverage ranging from $9,000 to $19,000.

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Trend has announced a new, premium tool steel solid flat tappet. Intended for use on cast iron camshafts, they suit Chevrolet, Ford, Chrysler, and Toyota V8s. Ideal for engines turning in excess of 7,000rpm with higher valve spring pressures these new tool steel tappets are designed for short track oval racing, Bracket racing, and street use.

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For 2011, I’ve decided to produce two new engine projects, each of which will provide handy and informative tips for our readers. Naturally, each build will be presented in our normal manner…as a  multi-part series of technical articles.

The new projects for this year include a Pontiac 455 and a “Budget LS” build.

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In 2010, Lunati unveiled six new Pro Series stroker crankshafts for the LS7 with stroke lengths of 4.325in to 4.625in. This year they have concluded the range by adding a further four. American-made the stroke lengths of these new crankshafts are as follows: 4.000in (P/N: JO711ER); 4.125in (P/N: JU711ER); 4.185in (P/N: JL711ER); and 4.250in (P/N: JP711ER).

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Stef’s is celebrating its 20-year anniversary with the introduction of a unique, new oil filter adapter for LS engines. It is the first of its kind.  

For the able LS engine trans-planter, the problem has not been one of finding the desirable power unit, rather one of getting it to fit within the surroundings of a different engine bay. Often the original cast aluminum oil pan presents clearance issues.

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Diamond’s new inboard billet pistons with buttons are designed for racers who regularly replace pistons in a hurry and who desire the special features of a modern inboard piston design.  

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The two greatest obstacles rodders and racers face when installing a competition-style hydraulic release bearing are determining the correct amount of bearing movement on the piston sleeve and second, determining the exact proximity of a fully retracted release bearing to the diaphragm clutch fingers. Check out the new release from Ram.

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Federal-Mogul Corporation has introduced a broad line of Sealed Power^® pistons that apply the latest materials, designs and machining processes to the venerable Chevrolet small-block engine platform.

New Sealed Power Digital Diamond Profiled™ (DDP) pistons, manufactured and machined in Federal-Mogul’s original equipment piston facility in South Bend, Ind., incorporate dozens of advanced engineering and machining features to help customers achieve new levels of engine efficiency, performance and reliability.

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EngineQuest^® (EQ^®) has renewed as the title sponsor of the IMCA Wild West Modified Tour for 2011. It was also announced that EQ will continue as a general sponsor of IMCA racing and will provide contingency awards to the opening feature winners in five IMCA divisions during the 2011 season.

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Edelbrock has released its new 2011 performance parts catalog, chock full of every go-fast goodies offered by the iconic manufacturer. Included are cylinder heads, cams, EFI components and systems, nitrous systems, carbs, intake manifolds, and more. Check out their full line, including a slew of just-released components.