Brenspeed Vortech V3 Kit
10-28-2008, 03:18 PM
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mudflap, you could get the saleen s/c and just run it at 4psi ~ 400rwhp. Its intercooled and very efficent(Sp?) Im in houston and i can tell you first hand that i lose about 55rwhp and i HAVE an intercooler. I cant imagine what it would be like without it on these cars.
10-28-2008, 05:24 PM
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I would actually prefer a centri setup for the characteristics of it, but the twin screw packages are nice and clean. I'm glad I gave myself a few months to think about it, because I can't seem to make a decision. 
10-28-2008, 11:10 PM
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+1 on anybody with experience on the this kit or any other non-intercooled paxton or vortech. Because I know brenspeed had a non-intercooled paxton kit that came with delete plates for around $4k that was advertised as putting out the same hp. $$ is an issue for me and so I have to leave some cash on the table for any minor breakage. And I would like to upgrade next year. I was thinking about getting this with my 08 xmas bonus then upgrade next xmas. anyway I am curious as to how much hp could be typically lost from the heat soak. I personally believe this kit is safe, as I don't believe brenspeed nor VORTECH would sell a kit designed for a 100% stock car that would blow your engine. Plus Vortech says they will warranty your drivetrain.
I think 150rwhp is a great deal for $3800.00.
I think 150rwhp is a great deal for $3800.00.
10-28-2008, 11:49 PM
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"anyway I am curious as to how much hp could be typically lost from the heat soak."
I tested this on my car in houston texas heat, i dynoed then let the car sit for an hour and went and got lunch. I then went on the highway and got on it about 4 times through the gears. Exited the highway and got back to the shop within 2 minutes, we put it right on the dyno and it was a 49rwhp loss by the time we hooked the straps and o2 sensor up.
I tested this on my car in houston texas heat, i dynoed then let the car sit for an hour and went and got lunch. I then went on the highway and got on it about 4 times through the gears. Exited the highway and got back to the shop within 2 minutes, we put it right on the dyno and it was a 49rwhp loss by the time we hooked the straps and o2 sensor up.
10-28-2008, 11:52 PM
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Yeah, i'd prefer a centri aswell. I don't know what I was thinking..lol
10-28-2008, 11:53 PM
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I'm still not convinced the heat soak would affect me too much. The car is a weekend toy and I only drive it once/twice a week. If its very hot outside during the day and I do happen to be driving it, I don't even push it hard in relatively stock form. In the summer I'd be most likely to be out after dark, and the rest of the year should be somewhat less of an issue (its been 75 here high lately). I need to do more research I guess. The kit is appealing at the price point, and the power gain is exactly what I'm looking for. I suppose I could always have it installed, then if heat does become a problem, I can go ahead and add-on the cooling. Thats the point of the kit after all...
