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Hemi, LS1 or Ripp Supercharger What would you do?

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Old 01-08-2012 | 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by RicksTitans

Only wrong about the torque, the Hemi was 214HP and 250lbs. The Ripp was 223HP and 227lbs. For 23 foot lbs of torque I cannot see spending another $16K. But if someone wants to do it, more power to them. I am not against it, but just do not see the spending the extra.
I with you. The one in the video I posted is just the Ripped SC without there headers. Add the headers and add a few more ponnies and torque.
Old 01-08-2012 | 07:14 PM
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Drop in the LS1 motor AND a Magnuson Super Charger! Sky is the limit for aftermarket support of the LS motor.
Old 01-08-2012 | 07:16 PM
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Originally Posted by RicksTitans

Only wrong about the torque, the Hemi was 214HP and 250lbs. The Ripp was 223HP and 227lbs. For 23 foot lbs of torque I cannot see spending another $16K. But if someone wants to do it, more power to them. I am not against it, but just do not see the spending the extra.
Fair enough...I really wasn't trying to call you out because, quite honestly, I couldn't really remember. Sorry if I came across like an ass...it certainly wasn't my intent. I am hopeful that down the road a Hemi install will become much more cost effective. I've never been a big fan of superchargers but it has to do with my own personal sound preferences. I know that's lame. I'll also admit that I've always preferred the sound of a four stroke to a two stroke too. Something about the "whine" that I just don't like.
Old 01-09-2012 | 07:03 AM
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Old 01-11-2012 | 10:38 AM
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I could become very interested in doing a LS engine swap with 6 speed auto. Just need to find a motor & trans. donor and have my 3.8 BLOW-UP!
Old 01-12-2012 | 07:30 AM
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talked to MoTech about having them do the LS-1 swap for me and every upgrade they offer, headers-evhaust-radiator ETC full boat build around 15k....reasonable but gonna do it myself with their adapters for alot less!
Old 01-12-2012 | 07:32 AM
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Diesel.....
Old 01-12-2012 | 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by JK UNLIMITED
talked to MoTech about having them do the LS-1 swap for me and every upgrade they offer, headers-evhaust-radiator ETC full boat build around 15k....reasonable but gonna do it myself with their adapters for alot less!
i knew it sounded to good to be true on the $5,500 price but it you can get it started for around 6k i think is the way to go.

if anyone is thinking about going this way and need some help in the NYC area let me know i would be happy to give to help out " work on C5 and train for MTA so i know i a thing or two"
Old 01-12-2012 | 09:19 PM
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Originally Posted by BStelling

Don't mean to hate, but a pretty boring route to take IMO
Ive gotta agree. Wheres the fun in that route? Half the fun is customizing it. LS1 would be a very cool project.

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Old 12-29-2012 | 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by stevepwc
Thanks for the help. Still not sure. I have had superchargers before and they were nothing but a pain in the ass. Wasnt good for everyday driving.

Weird......I have a blower with inter cooler on my 4cylinder S2000 making 389 hp and 280 lb ft of torque. Been on since 2006 with absolutely no issues. Starts right up, and makes tons of reliable power. I'd love to have a V8 in my JKU, but the supercharger makes the most sense




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