Vortech Owner Thread & Setup Questions

[BenArmstrong]

Add me in too if you like.

Build Thread here: http://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=30502

Engine:
Vortech Supercharger Kit
Perrin Lightweight Crank Pulley
Perrin Engine Oil Cooler
AVO Air/Oil Separator

Exhaust:
HKS Equal Length, Catted Header
HKS Catless, Stainless Front Pipe
HKS Spec-L System
Perrin Overpipe

Getting a new tune this week so will get back to you with dyno results

[Jetbill]

Anyone running a conservative E85 tune with a Vortech kit on the standard pulley?
Maybe 30% mix of E85 with some conservative timing increases...
I could imagine if you were logging monitoring fuel trims were acceptable.

Ultimately I'd like to go E85 with upgrading fuel pump, injectors and an inline ECA but I'm looking to do it in stages. It appears the net cost of adding these components will be about $2k.

Anyone have any recommendations or suggestions it would be much appreciated. Currently running full bolt-ons that is tracked for the most part at autox and a DE about every other month.

[kiichiro]

You can DE the e85 and oe vortech all day, its safe as can be, even the 3.33 on a bone stock car is just fine

[Jetbill]

Originally Posted by kiichiro

You can DE the e85 and oe vortech all day, its safe as can be, even the 3.33 on a bone stock car is just fine

Appreciate the feedback.

So you have had good experience with running 100% E85 in the tank on the stock fuel system FI @ more than 10psi?

[kiichiro]

Originally Posted by Jetbill

Appreciate the feedback.

So you have had good experience with running 100% E85 in the tank on the stock fuel system FI @ more than 10psi?

all day long man, on oe fuel pump and oe injection, I run either 100% gas or 100% e85 or can even run 100% 100octane, and can running the secret sauce tune Perrin made me, i can run any fuel with any pulley, 2.87 to 3.6 without a reflash

I ran the last two days at the track on 100% e85 whih for me was about 77% here in AZ

car made so much power I am slipping my ACT clutch
problem I run into is belt life running the smaller pulley
but I can run full on corn juice and play all day long on the bigger pulleys

[Jman1759]

Hi guys, getting ready to install my kit. I purchased it used from a reputable vendor but the air filter cover doesn't seem to stay on very securely. Has anyone changed out those turn nob deals for something more secure? Surprised I cant find anything in the threads.

[Foobar]

Originally Posted by Jman1759

Hi guys, getting ready to install my kit. I purchased it used from a reputable vendor but the air filter cover doesn't seem to stay on very securely. Has anyone changed out those turn nob deals for something more secure? Surprised I cant find anything in the threads.

@charged86 replaced his, but he's moved on to a different platform I believe. None of his pictures are still hosted on the original links he provided.

Originally Posted by charged86

I pulled out my thumb/ wing fasteners installed new 1/4 speed clip fasteners and chrome plated button heard Allen screw fasteners they hold lid much tighter and look effing sweet. available at LOWES Motorsports. Major thing that bugged me those mickey mouse grandpa wing nuts. first time I saw the kit months ago.

In any case, mine appear to be loose, but they've never given me a problem and have kept the filter on for almost 2 years now.

[DJCarbine]

I remember tweaking the nut portion so that the fasteners fit more secure, previous to that sometimes they would vibrate out of position

[charged86]

Originally Posted by Foobar

@charged86 replaced his, but he's moved on to a different platform I believe. None of his pictures are still hosted on the original links he provided.



In any case, mine appear to be loose, but they've never given me a problem and have kept the filter on for almost 2 years now.

No i had a identity theft issue had to close alot of accounts I am now JDL turbo haven't tuned it yet

[alexand3r]

I put some extra foam around the perimeter of the door. Closes firmly now.

This stuff:

[ame="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00005202U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1"]Amazon - Low Density Foam[/ame]


I use it to take care of rattles throughout the car as well.

[Jman1759]

Originally Posted by alexand3r

I put some extra foam around the perimeter of the door. Closes firmly now.

This stuff:

Amazon - Low Density Foam


I use it to take care of rattles throughout the car as well.

Already planning to do something similar, thanks

[aquaman]

So from what it sounds is on stock internals and 91 octane with the 3.25in pulley you're going to get about 260-270 WHP? What is the limits of the stock internals? What other SC supporting mods should be done to get the most out of it?

[Foobar]

I'd add aftermarket headers as well. As for your second queation, I think we are still learning what power levels the stock internals are good for.

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[Jman1759]

Hey fellas, I have read your warnings and prepped for my Vortech kit. I have upgraded the radiator, clamped all the hoses, installed catch cans, installed the check valve, and am ready for install this weekend. A couple questions from my reading:
1) some have said they no longer use the AC to reduce stress on the belt. Is this overkill? I live in the PNW and the air is always wet, I am always using the defroster with the AC. Thoughts?
2) some have mentioned this belt also will struggle under regular downshifting. I am a daily driver, no track. Should I start learning how to de-celerate with no downshifting and just invest in extra brake pads? Thoughts?