Roots blowers
09-25-2018, 11:20 PM
#1
Instructor
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Roots blowers
Pondering the idea of adding a roots style blower to a stock heads and cam ls1 car what can I expect Car has minimal bolt ons no headers. this option require less modification than a csc kit and i always liked the looked of a blower sitting on an intake.
09-26-2018, 06:42 AM
#2
Melting Slicks
You can expect instant torque, high intake temps and a maximum of 650 whp. I dont know why you say a centri blower takes more customizing because I don’t feel that is the case. I was able to install an A&A kit on my 99 with one arm in a sling, not very difficult at all.
The worst part is pinning the crank pulley and you’ll have to do that on any belt driven setup
The worst part is pinning the crank pulley and you’ll have to do that on any belt driven setup
Last edited by Turpid porpoise; 09-26-2018 at 06:43 AM.
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09-27-2018, 10:41 PM
#3
Le Mans Master
get a kit that uses the TVS rotors for sure (better efficiency, less heat, more power), but a stock car's fine... just don't expect the world from it. exhaust will really be your friend there. i made about 540h/520t on a stock LS1 + headers & 3" running about 10psi my TVS2300. stock exhaust would likely be about that boost level at 500ish hp or a little more.
the torque is what makes it SO much more fun to drive because it's so predictable & consistent-feeling
logistical expectations: either modify an LS2-style heartbeat kit (ask Funcool about his) or plan on getting a new hood. you'll need a 90mm TB + adapter harness (or re-wire the stock TB plug), and as with any boosted vehicle, a catch can will keep your intake & cylinders cleaner.
disclaimer: if you straight-line drag race a lot, a centri'd probably be a better-suited for the job.
the torque is what makes it SO much more fun to drive because it's so predictable & consistent-feeling
logistical expectations: either modify an LS2-style heartbeat kit (ask Funcool about his) or plan on getting a new hood. you'll need a 90mm TB + adapter harness (or re-wire the stock TB plug), and as with any boosted vehicle, a catch can will keep your intake & cylinders cleaner.
disclaimer: if you straight-line drag race a lot, a centri'd probably be a better-suited for the job.
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