To whipple or to Roush..THAT is the question.
08-31-2009, 01:52 AM
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To whipple or to Roush..THAT is the question.
Well,
While I wait until I can go pick my vehicle up at the dealer so humbly waiting for me for another 14 days. I'm contimplating on the supercharger to put in it...
To whipple...or Roush?
What do you guys think? I would like to keep a warranty
While I wait until I can go pick my vehicle up at the dealer so humbly waiting for me for another 14 days. I'm contimplating on the supercharger to put in it...
To whipple...or Roush?
What do you guys think? I would like to keep a warranty
08-31-2009, 02:38 AM
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Assuming I get the kick *** job I'm in the process of landing I'll be getting the Whipple.. The only reason is I like how it looks better. That being said I will read the tech replies to this thread to see if you all can change my mind!
08-31-2009, 07:45 AM
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I do know I that my dealer is a certified Roush sales and service dealership. He stated that with te Roush I maintain a 3yr / 36K mile warranty as long as it is installed at an authorized install shop with the Roush / Ford tune. not sure what Whipple gets. I believe Whipple is what the FRPP super-charger is. Not sure what it's warranty is for sure.
I am leaning Roush for mine
I am leaning Roush for mine
08-31-2009, 12:01 PM
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I thought he was looking for opinions from those with these types of S/C... not bashing one product over the other. But since you made a statement...please clarify your experience with both superchargers. What makes the Roush weaksauce? I have seen nothing but good reviews on both types.
Since I am in the same market, I'd prefer to hear constructive comments to one over the other...
Since I am in the same market, I'd prefer to hear constructive comments to one over the other...
08-31-2009, 12:03 PM
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The whipple is kinda the cadillac of blowers for these cars. KB might be a close runner up.
From what I've read you'll get better gains from the Whipple over that roush. You'll pay for it though. None of these blowers are cheap, but the whipple is uber expensive.
From what I've read you'll get better gains from the Whipple over that roush. You'll pay for it though. None of these blowers are cheap, but the whipple is uber expensive.
08-31-2009, 12:17 PM
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That's my understanding as well. Plus it's 3yr /36K versus 1yr/12K according to Performance manager at my dealer who just called me back a 1/2 hr ago on this question
08-31-2009, 12:50 PM
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I have no experience with either supercharger but am curious why Xzibitstang is in such a hurry to get to the speed limit?
We know an officer of the law wouldnt speed on the street in his personal vehicle and since warranty is an issue I didnt think this was a track application.
We know an officer of the law wouldnt speed on the street in his personal vehicle and since warranty is an issue I didnt think this was a track application.
08-31-2009, 01:29 PM
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if you want to maintain your warranty, the roushcharger or the whipple non-IC will keep the warranty. i think the paxton will also maintain the warranty.
but betweent the roushcharger or the whipple, it's whipple hands down. the whipple is bigger, capable of more power, the roushcharger is limited to under 500 rwhp with upgrades, the whipple is capable of 600+ out of the box providing you get the IC. the whipple with the GT500 dual fuel pump is a more complete system over all other SC systems, IMO. the roush TVS 2.3 L is a better option than the regular roushcharger at only 1.8L. the whipple is also 2.3L like the TVS and the power it yields is similar, but again the whipple kit is more complete.
now onto the warranty part. you can keep your warranty and run low boost 5-6psi and 400 rwhp, or you can run bigger boost 10-12 psi and closer to 500 rwhp and say goodbye to your warranty. I chose the latter and haven't had any second thoughts since. warranties are for suckers anyways.
but betweent the roushcharger or the whipple, it's whipple hands down. the whipple is bigger, capable of more power, the roushcharger is limited to under 500 rwhp with upgrades, the whipple is capable of 600+ out of the box providing you get the IC. the whipple with the GT500 dual fuel pump is a more complete system over all other SC systems, IMO. the roush TVS 2.3 L is a better option than the regular roushcharger at only 1.8L. the whipple is also 2.3L like the TVS and the power it yields is similar, but again the whipple kit is more complete.
now onto the warranty part. you can keep your warranty and run low boost 5-6psi and 400 rwhp, or you can run bigger boost 10-12 psi and closer to 500 rwhp and say goodbye to your warranty. I chose the latter and haven't had any second thoughts since. warranties are for suckers anyways.