Paxton is way better. But before you call me biased, consider that I was this close | | to buying an SC trim. I was ready to place my order and then luckily some Paxton guys told me to at least read up on them before I made my choice. So I went up and started reading and found a few things out. Vortech and Paxton are the same company and are built with the exact same quality. Comparing the SC trim kit to the NOVI 1000 kit, the N1k kit has several features that the SC kit does not: 1/2 thick blower bracket (vs SC trims 3/8"), 8 rib blower pulley and an aluminum hardpipe. This means if you want to boost 10 psi, all youll need is a new crank pulley and bypass valve. With the Vortech kit youll need to convert both pulleys over, get a custom discharge tube because that plastic stock one aint good for crap, and hope that it wont slip with that weak blower bracket. Most guys end up having to buy blower braces, but not with the Paxton. Powerwise, the SC trim and N1k have been proven to be equal to one another. Ive seen both put out in the 500rwhp range.
Comparing a Vortech S trim vs a NOVI 2000 is just sad. The NOVI 2000 is simply the baddest blower you can get for a street car, and needless to say blows (pun intended) the S trim away. The blower brackets and reinforcements are just rediculous, find a pic and youll instantly see what I mean. The N2k comes with a 10 rib setup and will supply up to 1000 HP, yet will provide awesome power and streetability at the 8 psi that it comes with. The S trim is weak in comparison. The kit is very similar to a N1k kit with the exception that it puts out about 100+ more rwhp. Pricing wise, they are they are all the same. Ive seen N1ks and SC trims both for $1600, and Ive seen N2ks and S trims both for $2600. The reason people buy Vortech is because of the name, thats it. Oh and Im sure you have a better chance of getting a used deal, since theres more of them out there.
