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okiecaliberguy · 08-07-2006, 02:04 PM

Has anyone ever used one? They are basically modified bilge pumps. I read if you use 2 you can get 2psi of boost. Anyone ever try? Seems like a harmless way to boost.

bjeffries · 08-07-2006, 02:18 PM

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Originally Posted by okiecaliberguy

Has anyone ever used one? They are basically modified bilge pumps. I read if you use 2 you can get 2psi of boost. Anyone ever try? Seems like a harmless way to boost.

Explain please

okiecaliberguy · 08-07-2006, 02:35 PM

Sure thing. I love when a woman asks me to explain something about cars.

Well, the whole concept of a supercharger or turbocharger is to force more air into the engine. Along with more fuel, this creates a bigger explosion inside the engine pushing the pistons down faster which increases torque and horsepower. I'm not sure if you know the Suck, Squish, Bang, Blow of engines, but the turbocharger/supercharger starts with the Suck part.

Turbos are powered by exhaust out of the engine. Superchargers are belt driven.

Electric superchergers use a pump almost like a leafblower to blow air into the engine, and is powered by the cars 12-volt system (alternator).

Did that make sense? Sometimes I ramble...

bjeffries · 08-07-2006, 02:51 PM

Na, I think I got it Thanks alot!

BTW have you seen how unbelievable small...I mean tiny the cold air intake is! When you close the hood a swear it seals it almost all they way off!

okiecaliberguy · 08-07-2006, 02:53 PM

i know. "cold air intake." riiiight. I'm trying to redirect mine lower towards the grill. haven't found an asthetically pleasing solution yet.

bjeffries · 08-07-2006, 02:54 PM

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Originally Posted by okiecaliberguy

i know. "cold air intake." riiiight. I'm trying to redirect mine lower towards the grill. haven't found an asthetically pleasing solution yet.

Frankly, I don't care how it looks (besides the fact that IF it is getting ANY air it is hot engine air) I just want my dang engine to be able to breath!!

okiecaliberguy · 08-07-2006, 02:59 PM

true. very true. my wife's stratus intake looks the same. I guess it's a dodge thing.

bjeffries · 08-07-2006, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by okiecaliberguy

true. very true. my wife's stratus intake looks the same. I guess it's a dodge thing.

I don't know what it is but as soon as there is a decent mod for it (that I like) I'm going to fix it. The one I have seen around doesn't suit me though. I guess I'm picky

okiecaliberguy · 08-08-2006, 06:55 AM

i'm with ya. i just like the modifications to also look nice. that's why i'm still working on it.

txdragnfly · 08-13-2006, 10:30 PM

Very excited about getting CAI. My jeep friend is willing to help out in exchange for beer. I love a good working relationship! Perhaps I can get this done by Christmas.

08-07-2006, 02:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
okiecaliberguy Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 384	Electronic Super Charger Has anyone ever used one? They are basically modified bilge pumps. I read if you use 2 you can get 2psi of boost. Anyone ever try? Seems like a harmless way to boost.

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bjeffries Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 182	Na, I think I got it Thanks alot! BTW have you seen how unbelievable small...I mean tiny the cold air intake is! When you close the hood a swear it seals it almost all they way off! __________________ Marine Blue Caliber, SXT Indianapolis, IN

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txdragnfly Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 341	Very excited about getting CAI. My jeep friend is willing to help out in exchange for beer. I love a good working relationship! Perhaps I can get this done by Christmas. __________________ Txdragnfly's "Steel-ingUrhrt" Blue Steel Caliber, SE, Houston, TX

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08-07-2006, 02:35 PM	#3 (permalink)
okiecaliberguy Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 384	Sure thing. I love when a woman asks me to explain something about cars. Well, the whole concept of a supercharger or turbocharger is to force more air into the engine. Along with more fuel, this creates a bigger explosion inside the engine pushing the pistons down faster which increases torque and horsepower. I'm not sure if you know the Suck, Squish, Bang, Blow of engines, but the turbocharger/supercharger starts with the Suck part. Turbos are powered by exhaust out of the engine. Superchargers are belt driven. Electric superchergers use a pump almost like a leafblower to blow air into the engine, and is powered by the cars 12-volt system (alternator). Did that make sense? Sometimes I ramble...

08-07-2006, 02:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
okiecaliberguy Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 384	i know. "cold air intake." riiiight. I'm trying to redirect mine lower towards the grill. haven't found an asthetically pleasing solution yet.

08-07-2006, 02:59 PM	#7 (permalink)
okiecaliberguy Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 384	true. very true. my wife's stratus intake looks the same. I guess it's a dodge thing.

08-08-2006, 06:55 AM	#9 (permalink)
okiecaliberguy Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 384	i'm with ya. i just like the modifications to also look nice. that's why i'm still working on it.

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