Maverickaf17

Hi, I'm a long time reader of these forums but first time poster. Which makes me feel a bit ridiculous asking this question. So here it goes.

I own a 2005 V6 Black Ford Mustang. It has Flowmaster Dual Exhaust (i think, I got it used) and a BBK CAI. Everything else is pretty much stock. I've been shopping around for the most inexpensive/powerful supercharger for a V6 out on the market. I've downed my selection to two SCs.

#1 - Steeda Mangusen X-Charger - From what I hear, runs around 6-8psi, it has full power at 2,000 RPMs, gives around 300HP, non-intercooled, usually used for street racers.

#2 - Vortech V-2 SQ Supercharger - It runs at 10psi, full power at 6,000 RPMs, gives around 330HP, intercooled, uses a 3.25 pulley.

Here's my dilemma...

A) If I go for Steeda's X-Charger, it will cost $4395, then another $1300 for installation. It comes with a SCT2 Calibrator Tuner. Since I live 20 minutes away from Steeda Headquarters, I have to pay that nice 6% tax.
Full Price Tag = $6100

B) If I go for VMPtuning.com's Vortech Supercharger, it will cost $3999, then another $1200 for installation. It comes with a SCT2 Calibrator Tuner and a supplied 3.25 pulley.
Full Price Tag = $5500
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I want to hear some opinions on which one would be better for my car. That's vague, so let me get more specific. Should I go for Vortech because of the higher PSI and the fact that its intercooled? Or should I go with X-Charger because it has full power at lower RPMs and Steeda is a more reputible company?

I don't really go to the strips. I drive pretty much all street. And I admit, sometimes I do like to race the ricers or have a friendly kick with other mustang brethern. So which one will give more power? Which one will last longer? Which one is better for street racing? Whats the difference if the power kicks in at 2,000 RPM or 6,000 RPM? Intercooled vs non-intercooled?

Any advice or comments would be greatly appreciated...as dropping a few thousand hard earned dollars is a big decision.

Thanks,

- Andrew

Maverickaf17

Oh yeah, my car is an automatic. If that makes any difference on opinion.

Black Mamba GTT

Ok there is no way you are getting a brand new H/O vortech for 3999, cause that is around the price of the one without an intercooler.

I can sell you mine which has 2 pullies, GT500 aftermarket Intercooler (Heatchanger), and a stronger V2 head unit. The total of minewas over 6000. It's also for a 2005, so if you interested hit me up.

The vortech will give you more power at alower psi and it is intercooled. The Xcharger is ok, I have seen them in action andit was aight. Sounded cool tho.

I guess I stand corrected just saw the one at vmp's tuning but something doesn't seem right about it.[>:]

Maverickaf17

The link for the VortechSuperchargeris here: http://www.vmptuning.com/store/index...&parent=53

It doesn't say used....doesn't say new either. But I didn't think VMP would sell a used SC.

Thanks for offering your Vortech, but wasn't it designed for your Shelby? Thats what it seems like. Wouldn't it be like trying to slap a Mustang GT Whipple Supercharger on a V6? It wouldn't work I don't think. My V6 is too weak for that.

Black Mamba GTT

Hahah I do have a v6!! Yeah kinda hard to tell. But my kit is made for your car!!

Trmachuno

Your probably fine with VMP's. When I had my 4.0, I remember superchargersonline.com selling the Vortech h/o w/a tuner fr $4.2k. I'd say go vortech if your looking for your car to be the fastest it can be. That pricessound really expensive for both installs. I'd shop around if I were you, but those may be the prices of installby vortech/certifiedshops where you would have your supercharger warrantied. Good Luck! You can'tgowrong with either one.

Avalanch3

Your car is beautiful :[

95cobby

O man I'm dying right now... lol


Even forgot what I was gonna say haha... Ok first of all Steeda did not make the X-Charger nor should they have any credit for it. I've been to Steeda head quarters and its a mess and not very friendly. Explorer Express came up with the X-Charger. Second... Vortech is known for their superchargers and IF Steeda did make one I would go for Vortech no matter how much cheaper Steeda was.

The X-Charger is a great unit and is very fun for daily driving, sounds awesome also. You can also get an intercooler for it whenever it comes out but its prob another $1k. Easy to install.

The Vortech is also just as amazing. Sure it makes more power with the intercooler but the X will be right up there when it's IC kit comes out. Harder to install.


Just keep reading on them both and you will eventually decide.


PS: I'm sure Mamba would sell you his kit for a good deal

Black Mamba GTT

You Bet!!!

chrisc

I like the Vortech. If you want any more info on it PM me.