superchargers for sn95

HankyGT said:

Hey,

Yeah I chose the v1-s trim for a few reasons. Cost was a factor as it's fairly cheap as an entry level supercharger vs. some of the larger units. Ease of installation wasn't a huge thing, but a vortech is extremely straightforward esp if you choose to run a v3 which is a sealed unit. Reliability was also a concern and the vortechs have a very strong track record.

That said, I dislike the fact you cannot run a proper intercooler (and you definately aren't running a strut brace with the outdated power cooler...which is a big no no for me). On high boost pulley combinations you will see people complain about the brackets trying to flex. This should not be a problem on a streetcar on moderate boost however. The stock inlet is crap. Throw it away and buy a power pipe. The blower will only take you 'so far'.

Realistically you need to plan a final goal before you purchase a blower and STICK TO IT. An s-trim on a good bottom end will max out a production shortblock, especially with a stroker. Around 550rwhp is a realistic figure without delving into race gas only apps and so forth. A novi 1200 is comparable to an s-trim. However I do not care for the cheap brackets and hardware or really the output specifics and background. That does not mean it's junk, but in the order of entry level, Id say powerdyne<novi 1200<strim.
The novi2000 is substantially larger than an s-trim. The housing is comparable to a Ysi or a procharger D1sc. The boost ramp rates are faster, and the overall output is far succeeding. The brackets/tensioning system are also top notch over the strim. You will pay at least $1k over an strim style setup though; but you can run a renegade car power wise with them. These are also non-intercooled.

The procharger is neat because you can intercool them. But they are expensive; the mounting location requires the battery to be relocated, the inlet is over the headers and is designed to really use more of a cowl feed effect; also the non dediacated belt issue.

For a first timer and a basic streetcar setup I'd suggest the vortech; esp their new Si (all s-trims now) internal gearset. The ramp rate is substantially faster and it performs much like a T-trim now. However it will share the helical cut gears like the SQ before it and will be a quiet blower. I had to special order my standard v1 strim as they quit making them with the straight cut gears and that was a HUGE selling point for me because I want and love an obnoxiously loud blower. As far as I know the other brands are still quite noisy.
I would also look into upgrading the bypass assembly. Having owned turbo cars, I like to hear the blow off valve even if it is being recirculated (this is a must on a draw through MAF setup...don't try to vent it to atmosphere). So upgrading to a noisy one might be more fun for you unless you like a subtle system. The Novi 2000 and the P1/D1sc both use a metal bypass valve. The s-trim uses a standard plastic bosch unit, although you can upgrade to their Mondo style unit; however the discharge on the inlet and the outlet pipes will need to be changed as it uses larger hoses.

All said, if I had to do it again; I'd be going back to my routes and turboing the bish. Most effective, most power, undrivable amounts of tq upon spoolup, and the ability to grow with the twist of a boost controller; just add the fuel and a decent block. However it is pricier, a harder install for the novice, and not really for the beginner at all. Packaging can become an issue, and your exhaust setup will change and you will loose the traditional sound. Turbo noises from a v8 are sick however


cliffs: begineer? Buy the v3-Si trim and call it a day.

$.02

-Tom

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