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Old 6/15/08, 10:21 AM
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Common Supercharger Issues?

I'm looking for feedback on some of the common problems people experience with their blowers. For example oil leaks appear to be common on prochargers, belt tensioner problems are common with Whipple.

What are some of the other problem people have experienced with thier blowers?
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So far, so good, with my Vortech V-2 standard S-Trim blower. No problems to report, other than perpetually trying to adjust the tuning better and better (not really a problem).
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I had to replace a rubber elbow that connects to my intercooler. It took about ten minutes to replace. Other than that it has been smooth sailing
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How long have you had your blowers?
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Originally Posted by 08Bullitt0621
How long have you had your blowers?
I bought mine used and I put about 5k on it so far
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Rear tire tread loss..
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Originally Posted by 08Bullitt0621
I'm looking for feedback...belt tensioner problems are common with Whipple.
If you get a Whipple or Kenne Bell just buy a Thump_rrr belt tensioner. You will have zero tensioner problems. That thing is very strong. No problems with mine so far.
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Originally Posted by SilverBossGT
If you get a Whipple or Kenne Bell just buy a Thump_rrr belt tensioner. You will have zero tensioner problems. That thing is very strong. No problems with mine so far.
+1. I also get that the problem is usually the worst on Manuals.

As far as problems with the Whipple, my gas mileage sucks because I can't keep my foot out of it. Does that count ? Oh yeah traction is a problem unless you're easy in first, otherwise you kinda just sit there and spin the tires. But trust me, I ain't complaining.
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My MagnaCharger has been on about a year now , and no problems with it ...
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I don't know about mechanical problems, but a big one I see is traffic tickets
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grenaded motors is a big one that I've seen
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Had a Vortech blower for about 9 months or so, with no problems. Have a Saleen now, with no problems. Sounds like you've done your research, now it's time to buy.


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Originally Posted by SlamMan02
Rear tire tread loss..
+1 very big problem here as well.
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