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Originally Posted by tom @ eas
Just wanted to clarify this, the G1/G1+ supercharger units are indeed 100% rebuildable and even easier/cheaper than the Vortech units.
The G1 supercharger is designed to last 10,000+ hours, it will most likely outlast the vehicle. Should you ever need a rebuild - an ESS G1 full rebuild is $499, while the Vortech inspection fee alone will set you back $100.
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That's a tad misleading. Vortech is around $400 for a standard rebuild and fresh badge plate. There's no reason to send it in for an inspection. If you're sending it in, you're rebuilding it. The price goes up if you have a damaged impeller or want a trim upgrade, but they are fairly reasonable and that is bound to be no different than ESS. You can also rebuild them yourself for $250. I have rebuilt over a dozen and have had business with Vortech on several occasions, even recently.
The weight savings seems great. The noise reduction sounds like a step in the wrong direction but that probably has to do with making a more efficient gear design. Most of my clients are bummed that their helical cut gear Vortech (V2 and newer) are not louder. The V1 straight cut gear units added more to the experience.
Do you know if these ESS chargers are being made available to purchase by themselves?