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Supercharging a C6
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Cruising
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From: Washington DC
Supercharging a C6
Can anyone explain why it would cost $11,500 to supercharge a 2006 LS2 Corvette? Using a Procharger P1SC? Is this even possible (with any combination of extras) or do I have "fool" written on my forehead?
Melting Slicks
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I got my A&A kit on sale for $4500 (normally like 5500). Was quoted $2250 for the installation and tune. That puts the total at $6750, for (depending on the amount of boost you choose to go with) 550rwhp - 600rwhp.
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From: Washington DC
I was actually expecting it to cost between 7 and 8 thousand dollars (9 tops). But the shop owner said "to do it right" I needed a slew of other modifications. (Bear in mind that I already have the air intake, headers, xpipe and exhaust modifications). He was rattling off a list of other things I needed but I sensed he was just trying to do an information overload... as I am admittedly a novice (not a complete one, but a novice nonetheless) when it comes to engine mods.
Melting Slicks
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I was actually expecting it to cost between 7 and 8 thousand dollars (9 tops). But the shop owner said "to do it right" I needed a slew of other modifications. (Bear in mind that I already have the air intake, headers, xpipe and exhaust modifications). He was rattling off a list of other things I needed but I sensed he was just trying to do an information overload... as I am admittedly a novice (not a complete one, but a novice nonetheless) when it comes to engine mods.
For just a basic s/c install, I would say $8k would probably be within the "appropriate" range, but definitely not $11,500.
Do you have a manual or an automatic? If manual, have you upgraded your flywheel?
Is there a certain HP number you were trying to hit?
Does your quote include meth injection (not necessary but it helps keep your temps lower, and if they're tuning to give you a certain HP number they can tune for meth as well, since meth can increase your HP)?
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What kind of tires are you running? You'll need to replace your runflats for sure if you go s/c.
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Drifting
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Most likely that is what they are trying to charge you for. They are probably including parts and teardown/rebuild costs for a forged bottom end. All of which are not really necessary on an LS2 or LS3 running <10 psi of boost.
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If it includes the forging .... its not a bad price at all.
Melting Slicks
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I was actually expecting it to cost between 7 and 8 thousand dollars (9 tops). But the shop owner said "to do it right" I needed a slew of other modifications. (Bear in mind that I already have the air intake, headers, xpipe and exhaust modifications). He was rattling off a list of other things I needed but I sensed he was just trying to do an information overload... as I am admittedly a novice (not a complete one, but a novice nonetheless) when it comes to engine mods.
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From: Washington DC
Thanks everyone. I WILL get an estimate and post it up here at a later date. (I'm having something else done at this shop within a couple of weeks). I appreciate everyone's input. By the way, I've updated my profile to give further info about me. I'm a little hesitant to say anything bad about the shop or shop owner as, historically, this guy has actually been very good to me. I typically do a lot of research before I get any major work done and, in the past, this shop's prices were very comparable to other places and I consider the work to be "top of the line". But the supercharging price just completely blows away any other price I've come across.
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Check with Chris at East Coast Supercharging since your in the D.C. area. They are a forum vendor and I have heard nothing but good about them on the forum. My Maggie install was 1,100.00 labor done at the dealership.
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There are certainly some options that can make the install that much like headers, Methanol, clutches and maybe even a cam package..
We are still running our special for the complete SL1500 C6 kit installed and tuned for $7,495. Feel free to call us anytime if you have questions.. Here is a link to our site for your review..
http://www.eastcoastsupercharging.com/SC600.html
We are still running our special for the complete SL1500 C6 kit installed and tuned for $7,495. Feel free to call us anytime if you have questions.. Here is a link to our site for your review..
http://www.eastcoastsupercharging.com/SC600.html
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