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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 10:47 AM
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When they first came out, I remember reading about people having problems with leaks. Have these issues been resolved?

It seems QTP charges twice as much as the Edelbrock equivalent. Is the Edelbrock just as good? I'm not interested in the QTP HV pump.

Are there any other manufacturers to consider?

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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 12:05 PM
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I thought I read somewhere the Edelbrock had issues (think clearance issues). The QTP is machined from billet, hence the price. Nice unit.
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I have one that was made by Arun from cdnperformance. I'd let it go for $100 shipped. I think I paid $175.

I didn't have any problems with it leaking. It is just a stock ls1 cover that was cut and two aluminum bars welded to it. It worked great when I swapped cams. I even had enough room for a double roller chain.

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Never had any leaks with our timing covers. Can not speak for others. Any questions feel free to call us.
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Bought the Edelbrock unit last year and sent it back as it did not fit, clearance issues. Cheers
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Where did the Edelbrock cover hit? Were you using GM timing set and oil pump?
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