Superchargers for the 370Z?

JoeyD · 03-23-2009, 10:34 AM

^ I wouldn't say "arguably". In my experience, both personal and second hand, turbo systems will require almost constant attention. You have to watch boost, temps, AFR's not to mention mechanical failures, bolts working loose, gasket leaks, manifold cracks, and coked bearings. Turbo's are leaps and bounds better than they were 15 years ago; however, there are still many more parts and variables involved in a turbo setup than a typical supercharged setup. I loved my turbo IS300 and I loved my Garrett Upgraded MazdaSpeed 6 but for this car I wan to give supercharging a shot. The obvious benefits of low end torque, ease of installation, system simplicity, and a warranty that Stillen hopes to offer make it an easy choice.

Skorch · 03-23-2009, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeyD

^ I wouldn't say "arguably". In my experience, both personal and second hand, turbo systems will require almost constant attention. You have to watch boost, temps, AFR's not to mention mechanical failures, bolts working loose, gasket leaks, manifold cracks, and coked bearings. Turbo's are leaps and bounds better than they were 15 years ago; however, there are still many more parts and variables involved in a turbo setup than a typical supercharged setup. I loved my turbo IS300 and I loved my Garrett Upgraded MazdaSpeed 6 but for this car I wan to give supercharging a shot. The obvious benefits of low end torque, ease of installation, system simplicity, and a warranty that Stillen hopes to offer make it an easy choice.

I had to throw in "arguably" just in case someone got all defensive and butthurt about it.

The other thing I forgot to mention is cost. A well put together turbo system will run you AT LEAST $10k, considerably more perhaps. With a supercharger I expect to have a kit available for $6-7k. Hopefully my figures won't be too far off.

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JoeyD Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raeford, NC Posts: 305 Drives: 09 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 188	^ I wouldn't say "arguably". In my experience, both personal and second hand, turbo systems will require almost constant attention. You have to watch boost, temps, AFR's not to mention mechanical failures, bolts working loose, gasket leaks, manifold cracks, and coked bearings. Turbo's are leaps and bounds better than they were 15 years ago; however, there are still many more parts and variables involved in a turbo setup than a typical supercharged setup. I loved my turbo IS300 and I loved my Garrett Upgraded MazdaSpeed 6 but for this car I wan to give supercharging a shot. The obvious benefits of low end torque, ease of installation, system simplicity, and a warranty that Stillen hopes to offer make it an easy choice. __________________ When was the last time you did 230MPH in something with 4 seats?