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  • RIPP vs. Magnuson...SuperCharger Shootout!

    You knew it was coming. Its finally here. We are going to turn these to SuperCharger heavy weights loose against one another in a battery of tests. Lets get to know the competitors.



    Reigning Champ - Black Betty. She's and internet celebrity, been on the cutting edge of prototype gear for the last 2 years. She'll be representing RIPP SuperChargers in this all out throw down. She is a Rubicon Unlimited with 4.10 gearing and for the purposes of these tests, she will shed her 37'' KM2s in favor of BFG Kms 255/75r17. (stock Rubi tires)



    The Challenger - Sweet Pea / Pea Soup'd. Yes she's got two names, one from us, and the other from one of our readers. She's essentially brand new. 2013 JKUR all stock everything....Except her Magnuson SuperCharger.



    Whats the difference? Two routes to the same end. MORE POWER. its widely known that there is really no way to add punch to your JEEP JK without taking drastic measures. We have done the dyno testing on intakes and exhausts. The sound changes, but not much else. If you really want to unleash the beast that is your pentastar JK motor, we are paving the road for you.
    This article was originally published in forum thread: RIPP vs. Magnuson...SuperCharger Shootout! started by JeepLab View original post
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    1. Rexx19's Avatar
      Rexx19 -
      Quote Originally Posted by switz View Post
      Greetings folks. Great read for sure. I got a 2015 Rubicon a few months ago and love everything about it except the dog that is under the hood. It is an automatic so I am very concerned regarding the surging and shifting issues folks are reporting. And, since I live in California, it has to be CARB approved for smog. Thanks again for the fantastic information. steve

      WELCOME STEVE!

      I dont know if any of them are carb approved for the pentastar. JL im sure will chime in and say.

      I will say that im in the same position as you. Reviews for RIPP say that SOMETIMES you will have to "lift to shift" with the auto. Which i believe defeats the purpose of the SC. The turbo says you dont need to do that, but they have had their own issues with power under 3k rpm. Mag is the 3rd horse in the race that has had difficulty with the surging issue, that even the Manual trans is not immune to.

      Whats your gear ratio? Drive style? Wheel it? just for show?

      If you havent started modding yet, I'll tell you, my plan so far is to keep the jeep as light as possible. And geared correctly for power.

      Seems to me there are drawbacks to everything. If you can come to grips with that in advance of purchase, you will enjoy your mods more.
    1. 2k13jk's Avatar
      2k13jk -
      If your looking for boost id look at ripp superchargers i love mine 100 % and to me i feel its the most complete kit and best bang for your buck
    1. Yoinkers's Avatar
      Yoinkers -
      Quote Originally Posted by 2k13jk View Post
      If your looking for boost id look at ripp superchargers i love mine 100 % and to me i feel its the most complete kit and best bang for your buck
      RIPP's tune is definitely the most evolved out of all of them. It takes time, and the others will catch up. RIPP is leading the way right now.
    1. UselessPickles's Avatar
      UselessPickles -
      Quote Originally Posted by switz View Post
      And, since I live in California, it has to be CARB approved for smog.
      Prodigy has told me that they have no current plans to pursue CARB approval.

      I think I've seen mentions of both RIPP and Magnuson planning to get CARB approval for their 2012+ kits. I suggest calling all the manufacturers you are interested in and asking them directly, and be sure to mention that you plan on purchasing forced induction, but must have CARB approval because you are in Cali. They need to be reminded that there is a demand for CARB approval
    1. switz's Avatar
      switz -
      Quote Originally Posted by UselessPickles View Post
      Prodigy has told me that they have no current plans to pursue CARB approval.

      I think I've seen mentions of both RIPP and Magnuson planning to get CARB approval for their 2012+ kits. I suggest calling all the manufacturers you are interested in and asking them directly, and be sure to mention that you plan on purchasing forced induction, but must have CARB approval because you are in Cali. They need to be reminded that there is a demand for CARB approval
      Thanks for the info....I have my wife on board (wasn't that hard) so all I need is CARB and an assurance from RIPP that the automatic issues are solved...Then, one happy boy!
    1. Icheer4beer's Avatar
      Icheer4beer -
      I am currently finishing up a Sprintex install. I will let everyone know how it goes. The only big problem we are having is the Diablo Turner wouldn't interface so they are sending us a new one.
    1. Pznivy's Avatar
      Pznivy -
      Quote Originally Posted by Icheer4beer View Post
      I am currently finishing up a Sprintex install. I will let everyone know how it goes. The only big problem we are having is the Diablo Turner wouldn't interface so they are sending us a new one.
      WHOA WELCOME SPRINTEX PIONEER!

      Is there a united states dyno coming? Opening your own thread? Their austrailian dyno bugs me. Put it on dyno dynamics and lets get some USA numbers!
    1. Icheer4beer's Avatar
      Icheer4beer -
      I actually wanted to get you guys a little more involved with this. There isn't much info out there. I got a great price so I took a leap of faith. I am traveling for the next couple of weeks and once I get back I can start a thread and maybe find a dyno in the area. I don't think you guys are too far from the DC area though and might have one you have already used, so the numbers would be comparable.
    1. JeepLab's Avatar
      JeepLab -
      Quote Originally Posted by Icheer4beer View Post
      I actually wanted to get you guys a little more involved with this. There isn't much info out there. I got a great price so I took a leap of faith. I am traveling for the next couple of weeks and once I get back I can start a thread and maybe find a dyno in the area. I don't think you guys are too far from the DC area though and might have one you have already used, so the numbers would be comparable.
      Bring it to NJ!

      We'll photo document the hell out of it, put it on our dyno,.....And im gonna steal your keys!
    1. Icheer4beer's Avatar
      Icheer4beer -
      I should be able to pick it up on Tuesday if my tune is correct. I have had some challenges on that. I have some availability in the middle of the month. Shoot me an email and we can see what we can set up.
    1. Yoinkers's Avatar
      Yoinkers -
      Is there pictures of the sprintex system install coming? Are you going to open a Sprintex thread?
    1. Icheer4beer's Avatar
      Icheer4beer -
      I am visiting my parents in Costa Rica. I am going to open a thread and post pics when I get back next week.
    1. switz's Avatar
      switz -
      Quote Originally Posted by Rexx19 View Post
      WELCOME STEVE!

      I dont know if any of them are carb approved for the pentastar. JL im sure will chime in and say.

      I will say that im in the same position as you. Reviews for RIPP say that SOMETIMES you will have to "lift to shift" with the auto. Which i believe defeats the purpose of the SC. The turbo says you dont need to do that, but they have had their own issues with power under 3k rpm. Mag is the 3rd horse in the race that has had difficulty with the surging issue, that even the Manual trans is not immune to.

      Whats your gear ratio? Drive style? Wheel it? just for show?

      If you havent started modding yet, I'll tell you, my plan so far is to keep the jeep as light as possible. And geared correctly for power.

      Seems to me there are drawbacks to everything. If you can come to grips with that in advance of purchase, you will enjoy your mods more.
      Hey, thanks for the welcome. I have 4.10's and 32" tires. So far, stock. I put a cat-back exhaust on, a throttle body spacer and a CAI. So far, I thing it was a waste of money as I haven't noticed much in fuel economy or HP increase. I hope someone comes up with a super Charger for the automatic with a CARB approval....
    1. JeepLab's Avatar
      JeepLab -
      I dont think any pentastar power mod is carb approved. But RIPP is pending currently
    1. switz's Avatar
      switz -
      Quote Originally Posted by JeepLab View Post
      I dont think any pentastar power mod is carb approved. But RIPP is pending currently
      Do you think, with all that you know, the automatic tranny issues will be sorted out? Thanks!
    1. Rexx19's Avatar
      Rexx19 -
      Quote Originally Posted by switz View Post
      Do you think, with all that you know, the automatic tranny issues will be sorted out? Thanks!
      can you go to another state and get the unit installed, then go back to CA?
    1. switz's Avatar
      switz -
      Unfortunately, no. Here is wonderful California, we have to get smog inspections prior to renewing the registration. With a new vehicle, I believe they give you several years but eventually, everyone has to do it. If you fail, no registration and your vehicle can be towed and impounded.
    1. FLIPmeOVER's Avatar
      FLIPmeOVER -
      Quote Originally Posted by switz View Post
      Do you think, with all that you know, the automatic tranny issues will be sorted out? Thanks!
      I would make sure whoever you end up buying from, they SWEAR that you will not have a shifting issue. If you do...refund.
    1. 2k13jk's Avatar
      2k13jk -
      Has anyone here with the ripp experience a squeeky belt after a couple of thousand miles ? I put 4000 on my ripp 3.6 and it sounds like my belt is squeeling away now any body have an issue ?
    1. JeepLab's Avatar
      JeepLab -
      Quote Originally Posted by 2k13jk View Post
      Has anyone here with the ripp experience a squeeky belt after a couple of thousand miles ? I put 4000 on my ripp 3.6 and it sounds like my belt is squeeling away now any body have an issue ?
      Mine makes that noise. If you beat on it, (im told) you can stretch the belt.

      IDK where i even heard that or the resume of whoever said it to me.

      Regardless, My belt is getting switched.

      I have a new belt for the smaller pulley high alt option, but i have no idea how to change the pulley on the unit. I got it apart and was stuck.
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