Some won't admit it, while others embrace it, but there's one thing every C6 Corvette Z06 owner wants; matched or more power than the mighty C6 Corvette ZR1. Kenny, the owner of this 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, is the latter.

So, what's the quickest, easiest and most efficient way to ZR1-killing power level, without breaking the bank on an LS9 engine swap, and without losing factory reliability? Enter; Edelbrock E-Force supercharger system.

As with all of the Edelbrock E-Force supercharger systems, the quality is absolutely outstanding. Every portion of the kit has the same feel, fit and function as a stock component. According to Edelbrock, the E-Force supercharger system increases the factory LS7 power from 505hp to 657hp, operating on only 5-6psi. Of course, it's not in our nature not to test claims, so we'll see what our DynoJet 424XLc2 dynamometer has to say about this. I'd be happy to see anywhere from 560-575whp on the dyno.

Horsepower aside, I'm very eager to see what the torque curve looks like with this setup. 427cid/7.0liter LS7 matched with a roots-style positive displacement supercharger should equal torque for days.

And, the best part about all of this power? It fits under the stock hood.

Background story aside, on with the documentation!

Kenny's Z06 on John's lift, ready to be transformed into a street-prowling monster...



As we can see, Kenny definitely enjoys his car, haha (i.e. tires are pretty tired. New tires are en route)...





Well, hello, Jake...



Doug's 1966 Chevrolet Nova SS street rod build in the background...



John removing all necessary components to perform the installation...













Front bumper ready to come off...



Well, look at that...



John continuing with the disassembly...







The factory LS7 intake manifold coming off...







Removed...



The factory fuel rails and fuel injectors removed. These will not be reused...



LS7 intake ports; a beautiful thing...



John cleaning the manifold-to-cylinder head mating surface...





John taping up the intake ports for the cleaning process...





All prepared for cleaning...



John thoroughly cleaning the valley of the engine...







Valley cover removed for component transfer...



Valley cover removed for the baffle removal...



The baffle will be reinstalled on Edelbrock's valley cover. This valley cover creates room for the supercharger unit to sit in the valley...



Stock on left, Edelbrock on right...



The Edelbrock unit is not only less thick, but also has recessed hardware passages so the hardware doesn't extend from flush like the factory setup...



R&R process almost complete...



Complete...

 

John breaking down the boxes to get to the next set of components to install...



Installation components...





Hmm, what could be in here?



Mmm...







All aluminum black powder coated cover panels, very high quality...





New valley cover in place...





John preparing to remove the necessary components to begin the crankshaft pinning procedure...



Draining the oil for the cooler modifications...



Where we're trying to get...





All components removed for access to the crankshaft face, subframe coming down for the final clearance required...





John proceeding with pinning the crankshaft...



A very precise process...





Success, supercharger pulley in place...



John reinstalling all removed components for pinning...





All back in place...





A quick shot of the always-great Edelbrock full-color, step-by-step instructions...



Next up, supercharger intercooler fluid heat exchanger installation...

 

Heat exchanger in place...





Top view...



The reservoir...



John preparing the engine bay for the supercharger unit to be set in place...





The E-Force unit ready for installation...







John and Mikey setting the supercharger in place...











Perfect...



John making sure the clearance is correct prior to proceeding...



The new fuel rails and fuel injectors...



Passenger side fuel rail and fuel injectors in place...



John installing the driver side fuel rail and fuel injectors...



Coming together...









Throttle body going on...

 

Very cool setup and nice pics!

 

Coming together, almost completed...



Intake in place, system completely installed minus the covers...







John bleeding the supercharger coolant...



The fluid reservoir, pump off...



Pump on, it works!



It's almost ready for dyno time!

 

I've been to some killer shops like Lingenfelter's, etc...your shop appearance is as good as the best.

 

That's excellent to hear, onfire, we appreciate the kind words!

 

John wrapping up the installation...







Oh yes...

 

Like always awesome work...

Waiting for sick mid range HP & TQ..

 

Nice to see something different around here Cant wait to see the power this setup delivers!

 

All together, tires are up next for installation, then it's dyno time!

Front bumper reinstalled...



Looking good...

 

Well that was quick!!!

 

Haha, yeah, it's not too bad. The installation should take anywhere from 16-18 hours first time around. John's a pretty quick technician, and it took him 17 hours.

 

First start up!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr3jAmYzh8M

 

What's the pricing on this kit, Just out of curiosity as I don't own a c6z. Looks pretty well put together. Only thing I didn't like was the air box going over the radiator looks out of place.

 

I think Edelbrock tries to follow a very OEM-like theory with their system designs, which is the best way, in my opinion. Seeming as the factory Corvette intake air box rests in this location, I'm sure Edelbrock found it best to place their intake system in the same location.

Then again, that's just my take on the matter.

Concerning pricing, I'm not sure what Edelbrock's retail will be, but the Z06 system isn't even on their website yet;

http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_...gers/corvette/

I think retail for the kit will be near $8,000, though. Installation honestly takes between 16 and 18 hours. We'll see how precise their basemap is, but as long as that goes to plan, no tuning will be necessary.

 

John working on installing the tires...



325/30R19 Nitto INVO tires for the rear...

 

John double checking the work, preparing the car for dyno time...



Off the rack, rolling under her own power again...

 

That E-Force system looks really good underneath the hood. Great work.

 

Strapped down on the dyno...





All fans blowing...



Rolling...



Numbers coming shortly!