Its better to talk to someone who would know about my concerns than someone who wouldn't. 
Anyone ever regret going with a procharger?
Originally Posted by mdhmi
Started with chucking belts. Got everything aligned then started ripping belts in half. Broke a PS idler/tensioner thingie. It's always something with a blower as you over stress everything that rides on the belt.
What's funny is the guy who bought my old kit has had great success with it. Maybe the stars and the moon weren't aligned properly when my kit was installed.
Blowers are capable of working, but I think they are far more trouble than they are worth. Start with turbos and be done with it. Just my .02.
What's funny is the guy who bought my old kit has had great success with it. Maybe the stars and the moon weren't aligned properly when my kit was installed.
Blowers are capable of working, but I think they are far more trouble than they are worth. Start with turbos and be done with it. Just my .02.
Kinda seems obvious that you had installer issues, especially if the same kit works fine for someone else.
As far as I'm concerned, its "always something" with any high HP car. Turbos have their fair share of issues too, as noted in this thread, not to mention cost. I'm happy with my D1SC/408 setup, made 757 RWHP on 93 octane and still has room left. The only thing keeping me from an F1x blower and 800+ RWHP are my tranny and 12 bolt posi. I only wanted about 650 RWHP with the ability to go higher later, damn Dan Bills/FLP for making more power!
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From: league city,tx
I'm happy with my setup; I would suggest an adjustable fuel pressure regulator though. As far as belt issues you have to pay attention to how all of your pulleys line up and space them accordingly. Other than that change your s/c oil at suggested intervals and you are good to go.
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when your guts get ripped into the back seat when you smash the gas does it really matter about a blower rattle? i cant wait for mine to get ripped out with my 750rwhp, I had 500 and that was sick in my 00 ta my new motors going to be THE BOMB!!! get a d1sc kit from Bob at EPP bolt it on have him tune it for you and go beat the **** out of the thing and tell me after if you really care about blower rattle anymore when you cant wipe the smile off your face!
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From: Bribie Island
Originally Posted by Superado
ditto on ATI Tech...
I think I have spoke w/ Shannon more times than anyone else...but any of them will be a great help...right up to the Tech Supervisor...
I think I have spoke w/ Shannon more times than anyone else...but any of them will be a great help...right up to the Tech Supervisor...
Best mod I ever did! My D added about 250hp, & dropped about 2 seconds off my et. And it's still consistent at the track. I made 5 passes all in the 10.40s/130mph my last day out. Plus the car really gets some looks at the car shows now.
As for issues, get an 8 rib with the ATI crank pulley, and you won't have slipping. And get a BIG fuel pump. Or a Racetronix + KB BAP. And if you plan to go above 10 psi plan on adding meth or an FMIC. I'd also recommend a solid tensioner.
As for issues, get an 8 rib with the ATI crank pulley, and you won't have slipping. And get a BIG fuel pump. Or a Racetronix + KB BAP. And if you plan to go above 10 psi plan on adding meth or an FMIC. I'd also recommend a solid tensioner.
ive seen a ls1 with a d1sc that didnt impress me what so ever...a friend of mine raced him and actually beat him and hes just got minor things on his car...small cam exhaust things of that sort and my stock ss would sit at my friends back tires...i know different cars react different maybe he doesnt have a good setup or his cars just weak...i wanted to race him but hes never in town so whenever the weather gets better and i get a chance well see
Originally Posted by charlie_gonzales
ive seen a ls1 with a d1sc that didnt impress me what so ever...a friend of mine raced him and actually beat him and hes just got minor things on his car...small cam exhaust things of that sort and my stock ss would sit at my friends back tires...i know different cars react different maybe he doesnt have a good setup or his cars just weak...i wanted to race him but hes never in town so whenever the weather gets better and i get a chance well see
Originally Posted by Exotic Performance Plus
Hard to say, he could have a super loose blower belt and a screwed up tune. Bob
What about those of you who enjoy the sound of naturally aspirated motor loping? Or have most of you retained a nice lopey idle with your sc setup? That would be the drawback besides costs that I'd imagine.