Turbo vs Supercharger

GT Thunder909 · 09-30-2009

Im thinking about either getting a turbo or supercharger for my which is better? Also my car has 121xxx on it and ive heard that you shouldn't turbo or supercharge over 75000 miles is this true or would it be ok? And what would be good kits to get for both?

hotshot · 09-30-2009

with that many miles on it, i would advise not to go with either a supercharger or turbo. I would either get a new engine or a new car to upgrade with less miles

MUSTANGPAT93 · 09-30-2009

You would be safe with either a supercharger or a turbo AS LONG as you DONT get carried away with the boost. A turbo is going to be a lot better performace wise but a supercharger will build high end horsepower. Its a matter of your personal preference.
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gostriderblack · 09-30-2009

iether way ur gonna loose ALOT of power 130 miles deppending on how well u took care of ur car i bet ur valves dont seat right, piston walls are scraped but if u took exsptremly well of this car i would go with a supercharger, u dont have as much lag (although turbos with thies ball baring are amazing) u have top end power and it sounds so sick

GT Thunder909 · 09-30-2009

im also thinking about having my motor rebuilt with a 4.2L stroker would this be a wise thing to then get the supercharger or turbo?

Markstang690 · 09-30-2009

definitely.. probably would want to do your top end as well.. leave no weak points

steelers1377 · 09-30-2009

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Originally Posted by MUSTANGPAT93

. A turbo is going to be a lot better performace wise but a supercharger will build high end horsepower

that doesnt even make sense....

shinerstang · 09-30-2009

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Originally Posted by steelers1377

that doesnt even make sense....

I was thinking the same thing myself. My time on here is limited, so the other knowledgeable guys will have to take this......

3.8WillEatYou · 10-01-2009

[quote=shinerstang;1732196]I was thinking the same thing myself. [quote]

+1 wtf???

3.8WillEatYou · 10-01-2009

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Originally Posted by shinerstang

I was thinking the same thing myself.

+1 (again) wtf??

Germankiller · 10-01-2009

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Originally Posted by 3.8WillEatYou

+1 (again) wtf??

super charger isn't ment for high speed its ment for low end trq if i remember correctly.

But if u stroke your engine you will be all set for a super or turbo charge spet up just make sure u get forge internals so u make sure nothin makes up when ur hitting that boost

steelers1377 · 10-01-2009

supercharger makes torque across the entire powerband...not just low-end

Silver J · 10-01-2009

Turbos create more power - period. Too many magazines have already written too many articles that prove this.

Turbos are more universal (since they just "plug" into your intake), create more horsepower, are not constantly under boost (more air pressure), so they can have mpg similar to stock; and have a "whistling" noise... Their drawbacks are "turbo lag" (power at later rpm), but it's minor and only felt in 1st gear, custom tubing, and require a good tune (to get the best).

First of all, there are many types of SCs... but for the most part, they create even torque/hp curves, easier to install, and have either a "whooshing" or screaming noise (possible). Downside is constant boost (eats away your mpg), not as much power, and usually engine-specific.

Either form of FI (forced induction) requires the proper fuel upgrades (injectors & pump), probably a degree colder spark plugs, a proper tune (ECU/computer) -- if you really turn up the boost, then you need forged internals, probably drivetrain upgrades (rear diff & tranny), and frame reinforcements (engine bay crossmembers, frame rails, suspension parts). Like it's already been suggested: a stroker kit is a great idea and make sure you update your top-end, too.

236Mustang · 10-01-2009

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Originally Posted by Silver J

Turbos create more power - period. Too many magazines have already written too many articles that prove this.

Turbos are more universal (since they just "plug" into your intake), create more horsepower, are not constantly under boost (more air pressure), so they can have mpg similar to stock; and have a "whistling" noise... Their drawbacks are "turbo lag" (power at later rpm), but it's minor and only felt in 1st gear, custom tubing, and require a good tune (to get the best).

First of all, there are many types of SCs... but for the most part, they create even torque/hp curves, easier to install, and have either a "whooshing" or screaming noise (possible). Downside is constant boost (eats away your mpg), not as much power, and usually engine-specific.

Either form of FI (forced induction) requires the proper fuel upgrades (injectors & pump), probably a degree colder spark plugs, a proper tune (ECU/computer) -- if you really turn up the boost, then you need forged internals, probably drivetrain upgrades (rear diff & tranny), and frame reinforcements (engine bay crossmembers, frame rails, suspension parts). Like it's already been suggested: a stroker kit is a great idea and make sure you update your top-end, too.

and thats the only thing wrong with them

turbo FTW

3.8WillEatYou · 10-01-2009

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Originally Posted by 236Mustang

and thats the only thing wrong with them

turbo FTW

Agreed