H/C vs. LPE Super charger -
Melting Slicks
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (bk)
The LPE supercharger probably if you'll be content with what it gives you. If you would like the option of spraying or supercharging for even more power later on go with the H/C. Both give awesome power, but the S/C is better for a daily driver. :cheers:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (JWSchmidt3)
I'd have to give the nod to the LPE-Blower :) :yesnod: It seems to be the pocket rocket. Check C5 General for a video of a dude doing a flyby! All you hear is the supercharger screaming!!! It's :cool:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (JD 90 383)
Check C5 General for a video of a dude doing a flyby! All you hear is the supercharger screaming!!! It's :cool:
That is frickin awesome. :eek: :cool: :cheers:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (JWSchmidt3)
Thanks for helping me out there ;)
I must have watched that 20 times so far :D. That's all you hear is that supercharger whining! It sounds angry :lol: I like it :D:D:D
[Modified by JD 90 383, 4:30 PM 8/11/2002]
I must have watched that 20 times so far :D. That's all you hear is that supercharger whining! It sounds angry :lol: I like it :D:D:D
[Modified by JD 90 383, 4:30 PM 8/11/2002]
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (JD 90 383)
Thanks for helping me out there ;)
I must have watched that 20 times so far :D. That's all you hear is that supercharger whining! It sounds angry :lol: I like it :D:D:D
I must have watched that 20 times so far :D. That's all you hear is that supercharger whining! It sounds angry :lol: I like it :D:D:D
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (JWSchmidt3)
The answer to your question depends on the use you plan for the car. If drag racing and hot street use are the plan, the SC is a good way to go. If you plan to go to a road course, the head and cam will not suffer from heat related hp loss as much as the SC will. Good luck! :cheers:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (bk)
Been talking with LPE about a H/C package. How about some feedback on whether you'd go with a H/C package or their Super Charger?
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (Aquaman)
Been talking with LPE about a H/C package. How about some feedback on whether you'd go with a H/C package or their Super Charger?
I have been going back and forth on this as well. I have givin' myself till October 1st to figure it out. Now If I could judt do both...... :D :yesnod:
I have been going back and forth on this as well. I have givin' myself till October 1st to figure it out. Now If I could judt do both...... :D :yesnod:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (Aquaman)
Been talking with LPE about a H/C package. How about some feedback on whether you'd go with a H/C package or their Super Charger?
I have been going back and forth on this as well. I have givin' myself till October 1st to figure it out. Now If I could judt do both...... :D :yesnod:
I have been going back and forth on this as well. I have givin' myself till October 1st to figure it out. Now If I could judt do both...... :D :yesnod:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (bk)
Just something to think about... If someone plans on selling the vette within a few years, which vehicle is worth more in value? A heads/cam setup or a supercharger install??? Inquiry minds need to know...
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (Steve02C5)
Actually Steve I am going to have to disagree with you here.
I understand the physics side of things, but from a practical application that isn't the case.
There are plenty of cars (Supercharged Mustangs) which is where this has been seen a lot.
The move to a better set of cylinder heads actually shows a bigger improvement on a car with a supercharger than on a N/A car.
I am not saying that I have tested this on a LSx platform, but remember, boost is a measure of restriction. Remeber from the GN/TTA days. You could throw a set of ported heads on a car run less boos and make the same power. Turn the boost to the same pressure (PSI) and the car was faster. Why, more air and fuel = more power.
I understand the physics side of things, but from a practical application that isn't the case.
There are plenty of cars (Supercharged Mustangs) which is where this has been seen a lot.
The move to a better set of cylinder heads actually shows a bigger improvement on a car with a supercharger than on a N/A car.
I am not saying that I have tested this on a LSx platform, but remember, boost is a measure of restriction. Remeber from the GN/TTA days. You could throw a set of ported heads on a car run less boos and make the same power. Turn the boost to the same pressure (PSI) and the car was faster. Why, more air and fuel = more power.
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (J-Rod)
Go with the S/C. Nothing like looking under the hood of any car and have a blower staring back at you! This will be my next mod the first of the year. :cheers:
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Re: H/C vs. LPE Super charger - (J-Rod)
Actually Steve I am going to have to disagree with you here.
I understand the physics side of things, but from a practical application that isn't the case.
There are plenty of cars (Supercharged Mustangs) which is where this has been seen a lot.
The move to a better set of cylinder heads actually shows a bigger improvement on a car with a supercharger than on a N/A car.
I am not saying that I have tested this on a LSx platform, but remember, boost is a measure of restriction. Remeber from the GN/TTA days. You could throw a set of ported heads on a car run less boos and make the same power. Turn the boost to the same pressure (PSI) and the car was faster. Why, more air and fuel = more power.
I understand the physics side of things, but from a practical application that isn't the case.
There are plenty of cars (Supercharged Mustangs) which is where this has been seen a lot.
The move to a better set of cylinder heads actually shows a bigger improvement on a car with a supercharger than on a N/A car.
I am not saying that I have tested this on a LSx platform, but remember, boost is a measure of restriction. Remeber from the GN/TTA days. You could throw a set of ported heads on a car run less boos and make the same power. Turn the boost to the same pressure (PSI) and the car was faster. Why, more air and fuel = more power.
Basically, I'm trying to show that since the S/C mod doesn't have an intercooler, the max boost is ~6psi, going to an overdrive pulley will probably cause detonation probs.
I think since the boost isn't as adjustable as the GN's, the HP gains w/ a H/C mod aren't as noticeable w/ the S/C pkg. Example, if a H/C mod gains ~50 rwhp and a S/C mod gains ~ 100rwhp, the total rwhp gain for both will not equal 150 rwhp. Since both pkgs. cost about the same, I'd take the 100 rwhp first rather than the 50 rwhp.
As usual, dissenting views are always welcome.
Jarrod, let's get together in Webster w/ the women and have a cup of coffee
at Starbuck's some evening. :cheers:
