Well it really isn't either because the front windshield will be lexan but it was just a question if that can be done to avert the cutting of the cowl. Trans crossmember would need to be moved but that is not a big deal. This might be a real possibility for me. A boost ready 370 with the 2.6L could be killer. Anybody make some 2" primary headers...????

 

Wow, this could be an interesting option for the 402ci 8.6:1 that I have on the way. Plus the hand finished AFR 225's I already have...

I better start looking in to a Dana 60...

 

I just called them. The off-road kit (for non corvettes etc) is $5399. they dont have distributors other than installer-dealers so you cant get it any cheaper (unless someone knows a way how to get it cheaper)

Ouch! If they would price this about $1000-1500 cheaper it would sell like mad.

 

350HP ‘99-’04 C5 HP/TQ CALCULATION
To determine HP and TORQUE gains from 350HP, use 315RWHP instead of 367 and calculate with the % gains shown in table. Example: Use TEST 2 “Standard Kit” with 43% HP increase: 1.43 x 315 = 450RWHP vs 525RWHP for the ZO6.

• Boost measured on output side of intercooler.
• 8 rib belt system recommended after 12 psi.
• All tests SAE corrected.
• Divide by .85 for engine dyno HP and torque.
• Test car was ‘02 ZO6 manual trans.

TEST 1 - Stock ‘02 ZO6 Vette with 22° timing, 11.0 AF ratio. See Test 3 for a direct comparison of equal tuning supercharged and naturally aspirated.

TEST 2 - Kenne Bell 7 psi kit with timing set at 18 for 91 octane pump gas.

TEST 3 - Kenne Bell 7 psi kit with more aggressive 22° timing and 11.0 AF ratio to compare equal fuel and timing tune. 4° timing is 24HP. This setup could be used for competition or weekend racing with higher octane unleaded racing fuel.

TEST 4 - Here we get some idea of the kit’s HP potential adding 1 psi of boost from an efficient supercharger has a huge effect on power output as seen in Test 4 vs. Test 3. 20HP (569 vs. 549) and 37 ft. lbs. (557 vs. 520) from a simple easy 4 minute pulley change from 3-3/4” to 3-1/2”. And you don’t need a big puller to change a pulley. Note: 1.5-2 octane is required to support 1 psi of boost.

TEST 5 - Add a 90mm throttle body and we see an instant 20HP with the same 3-3/4” pulley43.

TEST 6 - A 90mm LS2 throttle body was added. With the 3-1/2” pulley (Test 4), we recorded 32HP (601 vs. 569). The Twin Screw loves it when inlet restriction is lowered. In this case, 3.7” Hg vs. 4.7 Hg.

TEST 7 - We believe 601HP and 568 ft. lbs. of torque at 8 psi from a Kenne Bell supercharged ZO6 with a 90mm throttle body is impressive. And the supercharger is only turning 13,910 rpm. Check out that tire shredding torque curve and how THE POWER IS STILL CLIMBING AT 6500 where it hits the rev limiter. That’s proof the supercharger efficiency and boost is not “dropping off.” All that with a standard 7 psi 2.6L kit should make anyone “feel good” about their car. Only those who can’t offer it ask “Why would anyone want all that low and mid range torque?” At 601HP, we have probably pushed the safe limit of the rods and pistons. Future tests will be published on our built LS1, LS2 and LS7 engines. Kenne Bell is serious about the Corvette market. We’ll be around as long as there are Corvettes to supercharge.

 

Opcon 2.6L LS1 supercharger kit $3300 (USD, prices on site are in Aussie money) which is $2k less than kenne bell and you can put together your own setup.

http://www.forcedairtech.com.au/genkit.htm

 

Also, anyone notice that the Corvette Kenne Bell kit comes with a cowl hood, probably because of clearance issues. I doubt this thing would fit on an F-body, even with the cowl cut and with a cowl hood.

 

I thought of that as well, however the maggie kit thats made for the vette comes with a hood just like the one the KB comes with... and we have all seen a couple pics of f-bods with the maggie on it

 

Yeah I am going to measure my intake to windshield clearance. As long as I don't have to modify the windshield I think I may go this route.

 

Oh it would fit fine in my Iroc. lol

 

+1

this is worth having one lung for! Speaking of that,

Anyone need to buy a lung??

 

haha, "not only do i make more power than your 4 cylinder, but my BLOWER displaces more than it too."
anyways, if they ever comeout with this blower, there will be a lot of ***** envy from the cobra crowd..lol.

 

i want one damn

 

so where is the aussie one on? a gto

 

Did someone ask Kenne Bell how much the blower itself is? Not a kit.

 

The off road tuner kit from them is only $5399

complete kit is over 7k

 

Would be nice if someone could find out the total installed height of the assembled unit. There is some room for cutting above the intake but I don't know if you could get enough clearance without taking out the pass wiper pivot. It is right above the intake in the cowl.

I tried calling Kenne Bell yesterday but couldn't get through...I will try some more today...

 

im thinking you would have to move the passenger wiper pivot point... im pretty sure

 

Yeah it looks that way. I would even delete the pass wiper but I don't think you can. Looks like the drivers and pass pivot are linked and the drivers won't work w/o the pass side. There has to be a way...

 

well, you can move that pivot point, ive seen it done on some of the maggie f-bodies....

 

Wonder what all is involved with that...