pickles, you have done a lot of work on this turbo, still getting new parts for it to tune it in.... If you could go back in time, would you still do a turbo?
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pickles, you have done a lot of work on this turbo, still getting new parts for it to tune it in.... If you could go back in time, would you still do a turbo?
Yes :)
Overall, I'm very happy with the turbo. And I'll be even happier with it after I get my boost controller and oil catch can installed (BTW: changed my mind yet again, and I'm now going to be using Prodigy's oil catch can kit, which is included with the turbo kits now - part of the reason for the price increase).
The remaining issues I have with the tune seem to be mostly limited to the engine warmup period. With the improved lower RPM performance from the Precision turbo, I can easily avoid those issues while the engine is still warming up. I still suspect an exhaust leak may be contributing to this. It's also possible that adding the boost controller will improve this a bit more. Switching to the Precision turbo, which spools more quickly at lower rpms, made some improvements to this issue. A boost controller will help the turbo spool up even quicker.
Most of the trouble I have gone through was either part of being an early adopter, or caused by my own lack of experience with installing major modifications like this. Some experience/skill/intuition in the area of getting complex aftermarket exhaust systems properly aligned and installed with no leaks would be a huge advantage. Some of the trouble I have gone through has contributed to improvements from Prodigy that everyone will benefit from. So don't let my experience scare you. Almost everything I have had trouble with can be easily avoided when purchasing a current revision of the kit (includes all improvements that have been made since I first bought mine), paying the upcharge for the Precision turbo up front, and having an experienced exhaust and performance mod installer perform the install.
Boost controller is by no means necessary. Just an easy upgrade to get even more.
I missed what wes from Prodigy stated above.^^ Here is my response.Quote:
Originally Posted by boosted1
RIPP did give us the supercharger, but that has no effect on my feelings about it. Magnuson also GAVE us a supercharger, and Prodigy GAVE us a TURBO. all on even ground.
Im not sure the point that wes is trying to make.
Should have put them all on one truck. KABOOM!
Attachment 1657I also recently installed a ripp supercharger with the high altitude pulley on my 3.6 manual. Had a small issue with the tune not being installed properly but one phone call to ripp cleared that up as they walked me through the tune install. The power gain is impressive and comes on very smooth.
how high is your actual altitude?Quote:
Originally Posted by Matsango
what made you pick RIPP?
I'm in NYC so right around seal level maybe 60-70 feet. I got the black ops package and it comes with it. Been looking into them for a while. Just decided it was the better option for me from reading a lot of tuning issues with the magnusun. Have also seen an improvement in fuel economy.
so ive been wanting to buy a supercharger for about a year or so now and i finally pulled the trigger on a sprintex unit. i was kind of on the fence about which one to buy and ive seen that many people on here are too. i was really uncertain right up until i saw a used sprintex kit in dallas for 3000$ and i just couldnt let it get away. so its still in the box awaiting install which should be in about a week. (i have to get some last warranty work done and ive heard that a supercharger can void your warranty) i havent seen too much information about how well the tunes work with a manual trans except that theyre generally much less trouble than on automatics. mine is a manual so ill let yall know how it goes. i also want to thank all the other people on these forums that have shared all of thier experience with thier supercharger and turbo installations. i have a 6 speed '13 rubi. its a 2door with a soft top so im really hoping for a 5 second 0-60! anyways heres a teaser:
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WHOA, i was about to tell you, that you were crazy to go with sprintex, considering how little we know about it. But at a 3k pricetag new in box, you almost have no choice. I too am on the fence. Feels like ive been on the fence forever. Worried that the power mod will ruin my rig. Ive talked to others who are not happy with theirs.
dont get lost on me! i want to know what happens.
will do. ill post some pics as well as my thoughts once its installed.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rexx19