Behind the Scenes: Building the VRS 4150 Carburetor at Edelbrock

TLDRTake a look behind the scenes at Edelbrock as they build the high-quality VRS 4150 carburetor. See the skilled craftsmanship, attention to detail, and passion that goes into each carburetor.

Key insights

🔧The VRS 4150 carburetor is built with meticulous attention to detail and skilled craftsmanship.

🔩The carburetor undergoes a series of checks and tests to ensure it is calibrated correctly and free of any leaks.

🔎Components such as throttle bodies and meter blocks are carefully assembled to create the final product.

⚙️The VRS 4150 carburetor features special features like machined Venturis and internal baffling for optimal performance.

🌐Edelbrock's team works together to deliver high-quality carburetors that meet customer demands and expectations.

Q&A

How long does it take to build a VRS 4150 carburetor?

The time to build a VRS 4150 carburetor depends on several factors, but on average, it takes several hours to complete.

What makes the VRS 4150 carburetor different from others?

The VRS 4150 carburetor stands out from others due to its meticulous craftsmanship, attention to detail, and special features like machined Venturis and internal baffling.

How many employees are involved in the carburetor building process?

There are approximately 90 employees involved in the carburetor building process at Edelbrock.

Does Edelbrock perform any tests on the carburetors?

Yes, Edelbrock performs a series of tests on the carburetors to ensure they are calibrated correctly and free of leaks.

What is the primary product of Edelbrock's Sanford facility?

The primary product at Edelbrock's Sanford facility is carburetors, but they also produce throttle bodies, pumps, and regulators.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Welcome back to the channel! In this video, we take you behind the scenes at Edelbrock to witness the process of building their high-quality VRS 4150 carburetor.

02:18We meet Todd, the general manager for the East Coast, who gives us an overview of the facility and the products they manufacture.

03:52We start the carburetor building process with the meter block, where meticulous craftsmanship is evident.

09:02William shows us the throttle bodies, throttle shafts, and accelerator pump components that go into the carburetor.

14:19The completed carburetor undergoes calibration checks and leak tests to ensure its performance.

16:09We meet the team responsible for building throttle bodies for fuel injection systems.

17:17The video concludes with a message from William, emphasizing the passion and effort put into each carburetor.