Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question
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Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question
Mid America has an Air pump replacment kit, they claim it can give a 20HP increase. Does anyone have experience/opinions on this mod?
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From: Warner Robins GA
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (ir0nmaiden420)
Don't expect 20 hp.
I removed mine because it was going out, but mostly to clean up my engine bay. The pump and braces that hold it can be removed, and also the diverter valve plus all the hoses going to it.
It was definitely worth it for that reason alone, but I can honestly say I didn't feel any real difference in power.
I removed mine because it was going out, but mostly to clean up my engine bay. The pump and braces that hold it can be removed, and also the diverter valve plus all the hoses going to it.
It was definitely worth it for that reason alone, but I can honestly say I didn't feel any real difference in power.
Drifting
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Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (ir0nmaiden420)
You can get it direct from www.breathlessperformance.com
Tell them you're a forum member and you'll save 10%
Tell them you're a forum member and you'll save 10%
Le Mans Master
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From: Atlanta GA
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (ir0nmaiden420)
Also, check out the kit from Dragon's Breath Performance. They recently had a GP on them, and I think the member's who purchased them were very happy. They have 2 different styles, one which is more resistant to twisting than the other. Just ask them about it.
Anyway, here's the link:
https://home.comcast.net/~dragonbreathe/new_page_12.htm
Anyway, here's the link:
https://home.comcast.net/~dragonbreathe/new_page_12.htm
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From: Warner Robins GA
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (dtorc4)
:iagree:
Dragon's Breath makes an excellent kit.. that's what I have.
The guy selling them, forum member Violater, is an excellent mechanic and a great guy. You'll be happy with the kit.
Dragon's Breath makes an excellent kit.. that's what I have.
The guy selling them, forum member Violater, is an excellent mechanic and a great guy. You'll be happy with the kit.
Drifting
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From: Hazel Park MI
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (ir0nmaiden420)
ironmaiden, watch out for the dragon's breath kit. I had to do major cutting/re-drilling, even after getting a 2nd bracket at no charge. I have an 85, and you have an 86, which is what 86moon has, and he had the same problem I did. Bob may have worked out the misfitment issues, but just thought I'd give you a heads up. :seeya
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From: JACKSON GA
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (jmrl98)
I've got the Dragon's Breath kit on my 87 and had no problems with installation. I purchased the polished with the billet pulley, it looks great and Dragon's Breath was wonderful to deal with. Good Luck
Drifting
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From: Minneapolis MN
Re: Air Pump Replacement Pulley Kit Question (jmrl98)
ironmaiden, watch out for the dragon's breath kit. I had to do major cutting/re-drilling, even after getting a 2nd bracket at no charge. I have an 85, and you have an 86, which is what 86moon has, and he had the same problem I did. Bob may have worked out the misfitment issues, but just thought I'd give you a heads up. :seeya
