Maggie or Procharger?
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That's up to you... Here's a Dyno graph of my 21st Century Muscle Cars modified ATI kit... some mods listed at the bottom of the graph... Hopefully others will post Dyno sheets so you can compare... Hope this helps...
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Originally Posted by Mr.Big
That's up to you... Here's a Dyno graph of my 21st Century Muscle Cars modified ATI kit... some mods listed at the bottom of the graph... Hopefully others will post Dyno sheets so you can compare... Hope this helps...
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Supercharger
I am interested in the Procharger, mainly because it fits under the hood and can be returned to stock without showing any significant traces.
Of course, I'm interested in a dramatic horsepower/torque gain but I am equally interested in retaining the quiet, seamless driveability of the original car. In short, I want it to go like a real hot rod but not drive like one!
What does the procharger do to the general driving character of the car (assuming everything else is basically stock)?
Of course, I'm interested in a dramatic horsepower/torque gain but I am equally interested in retaining the quiet, seamless driveability of the original car. In short, I want it to go like a real hot rod but not drive like one!
What does the procharger do to the general driving character of the car (assuming everything else is basically stock)?
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This was an excellent write up although not C6 specific it is a very good article.
http://www.stl-vettes.com/power_adders.htm
I am doing some very preliminary research on these and I am probably going to do the Maggie at some point. I don't care for the looks of the Pro Charger and other centrifugal setups, and the belt issues are another concern.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1254281
This was another good thread.
http://www.stl-vettes.com/power_adders.htm
I am doing some very preliminary research on these and I am probably going to do the Maggie at some point. I don't care for the looks of the Pro Charger and other centrifugal setups, and the belt issues are another concern.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1254281
This was another good thread.
Last edited by '06 Quicksilver Z06; Apr 5, 2006 at 09:25 PM.
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Originally Posted by DSOM Z51
This was an excellent write up although not C6 specific it is a very good article.
http://www.stl-vettes.com/power_adders.htm
I am doing some very preliminary research on these and I am probably going to do the Maggie at some point. I don't care for the looks of the Pro Charger and other centrifugal setups, and the belt issues are another concern.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1254281
This was another good thread.
http://www.stl-vettes.com/power_adders.htm
I am doing some very preliminary research on these and I am probably going to do the Maggie at some point. I don't care for the looks of the Pro Charger and other centrifugal setups, and the belt issues are another concern.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1254281
This was another good thread.
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Originally Posted by tlacroix
I am interested in the Procharger, mainly because it fits under the hood and can be returned to stock without showing any significant traces.
Of course, I'm interested in a dramatic horsepower/torque gain but I am equally interested in retaining the quiet, seamless driveability of the original car. In short, I want it to go like a real hot rod but not drive like one!
What does the procharger do to the general driving character of the car (assuming everything else is basically stock)?
Of course, I'm interested in a dramatic horsepower/torque gain but I am equally interested in retaining the quiet, seamless driveability of the original car. In short, I want it to go like a real hot rod but not drive like one!
What does the procharger do to the general driving character of the car (assuming everything else is basically stock)?
Good luck with your choice...
Jeremy
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Procharger
Originally Posted by Mr.Big
Can't tell you about a stock car with procharger, however mine drives as docile as a stocker until you press the "loud" pedal...You would never know what's under my hood until you hear the blow off valve...
Good luck with your choice...
Jeremy
Good luck with your choice...
Jeremy
Mr. Big, you've described exactly what I'm looking for! When I'm "on it" I don't care if it's loud.
By the way. I would also prefer the "Roots" type if all things were equal, but changing the hood of a vehicle which GM spent millions to design (and in my opinion, got it right) just doesn't appeal to me!
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Also if time is not an issue for you, Magnacharger is developing (supposedly) a low-profile blower that will still fit under your hood. It will sacrifice some power due to it being smaller, but how great would it be to have a completely stock look with a sweet Roots style blower under the hood. I am personally a fan of the Maggie. Granted all blowers will make sick power, but the twin screw design will give greater low end improvements, while the centrifugal charger will give greater peak (high end) HP. Hope this helps some.
Me I'm waiting for the low pro Maggie!
Me I'm waiting for the low pro Maggie!
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Originally Posted by DrivnXcitment
Also if time is not an issue for you, Magnacharger is developing (supposedly) a low-profile blower that will still fit under your hood. It will sacrifice some power due to it being smaller, but how great would it be to have a completely stock look with a sweet Roots style blower under the hood. I am personally a fan of the Maggie. Granted all blowers will make sick power, but the twin screw design will give greater low end improvements, while the centrifugal charger will give greater peak (high end) HP. Hope this helps some.
Me I'm waiting for the low pro Maggie!
Me I'm waiting for the low pro Maggie!
No lo-pro maggie - though I hear they're doing a BIGGER one. RK Sport hood was the deciding factor, as I didn't care to change my hood either.
Rick
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Originally Posted by SickRick
No lo-pro maggie - though I hear they're doing a BIGGER one. RK Sport hood was the deciding factor, as I didn't care to change my hood either.
Rick
Rick
Rick,
Do you have some good pics of the RK sport hood. Correct me if I am wrong, but yours has a Magnacharger on it?? I would love to see pics of it if you care to post.
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From: Ft. Liquordale Florida
Originally Posted by DrivnXcitment
Rick,
Do you have some good pics of the RK sport hood. Correct me if I am wrong, but yours has a Magnacharger on it?? I would love to see pics of it if you care to post.
Do you have some good pics of the RK sport hood. Correct me if I am wrong, but yours has a Magnacharger on it?? I would love to see pics of it if you care to post.
You'll find the photo's on this thread...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1344988
Rick
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Originally Posted by ArmySSG
Which S/C is the cheaper of the 2? Also which one is louder? I don't care about being stealthy, I love the sound of any FI.
Jeremy