Jackson Racing Supercharger Owners Thread

[Andrew025]

Originally Posted by JB86'd

Would you run a hooker without a condom?

Is it cheaper?

[JB86'd]

Originally Posted by Andrew025

Is it cheaper?

Short term yes

[Rookie84]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Assuming you're talking catback, you will not make any extra power; the primary restriction is the catalytic converters, which you are not removing. If you get a header and a headerback exhaust setup, then you WILL gain power, but you will also need a retune. The Jackson Racing supplied tune requires the cats to be in place.

I keep hearing things about area86, but I can't actually register on Naver so I have no idea what's going on :p

Thanks, Mike. Just as I thought. Regarding removing restriction, wouldn't high-flow cats be much less restrictive than stock cats? So if I wanted to keep at least one HFC in the exhaust system, would it be better to get catted header or catted front pipe?

Regarding a retune, I know I will need one, so I am planning on just getting the JRSC tuner kit and not the CARB version since I will need a custom tune anyway.

Naver's registration process sucks. But you can still register as a foreigner, I believe.

[ApolloSki]

Originally Posted by Rookie84

Thanks, Mike. Just as I thought. Regarding removing restriction, wouldn't high-flow cats be much less restrictive than stock cats? So if I wanted to keep at least one HFC in the exhaust system, would it be better to get catted header or catted front pipe?

Regarding a retune, I know I will need one, so I am planning on just getting the JRSC tuner kit and not the CARB version since I will need a custom tune anyway.

Naver's registration process sucks. But you can still register as a foreigner, I believe.

You want to remove the restriction closest to the engine for the most gains.

[SirBrass]

Originally Posted by Rookie84

Thanks, Mike. Just as I thought. Regarding removing restriction, wouldn't high-flow cats be much less restrictive than stock cats? So if I wanted to keep at least one HFC in the exhaust system, would it be better to get catted header or catted front pipe?

Regarding a retune, I know I will need one, so I am planning on just getting the JRSC tuner kit and not the CARB version since I will need a custom tune anyway.

Naver's registration process sucks. But you can still register as a foreigner, I believe.

Basically, get catless headers and replace fp cat with a high flow one (or go catless there as well if you spouse/significant other or you doesn't mind gasoline stink). You CAN run it without a tune, but you will only see minimal gains. You need the retune to take advantage of the extra power now available to you by removing the restrictions.

[campy]

Originally Posted by ApolloSki

You want to remove the restriction closest to the engine for the most gains.

Why is this? I always figured that restriction is restriction, no matter where it is in the exhaust system.

[sw20kosh]

Originally Posted by campy

Why is this? I always figured that restriction is restriction, no matter where it is in the exhaust system.

It has a lot to do with exhaust scavenging/header collector design and as little pressure as possible near the exhaust valves.

[SirBrass]

Originally Posted by campy

Why is this? I always figured that restriction is restriction, no matter where it is in the exhaust system.

If we're talking continuous flow, then you are correct, as fluid is fluid whether it's liquid or air. However, the engine delivers exhaust in pulses, as the exhaust valves open and close. Also, exhaust gasses cool (and thus slow as well) as they get farther from the heat source (engine exhaust ports). A restriction in the area where they're faster and hotter tends to create more turbulence and slow the gasses when they should be moving fast.

Think of how lane restrictions slow traffic on roads. Where is a single lane restriction more disruptive to smooth traffic flow? When normal flow is faster (like on a freeway) or slower (like on the street)?

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by 904FRSlow

So should I just tow my car there?

Absolutely.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by SirBrass

Basically, get catless headers and replace fp cat with a high flow one (or go catless there as well if you spouse/significant other or you doesn't mind gasoline stink). You CAN run it without a tune, but you will only see minimal gains. You need the retune to take advantage of the extra power now available to you by removing the restrictions.

If you're driving hard and/or redlining, there's a high probability you'll kick the car into limp mode with the Jackson Racing CARB tune.
@SirBrass is correct; always get a tune/retune to get the most out of the parts you're putting on the car.

[CSG Mike]

Originally Posted by ApolloSki

You want to remove the restriction closest to the engine for the most gains.

Funny you mention that; we're working on something like that.

[ScionOfHorus]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Funny you mention that; we're working on something like that.

You're making a header specifically for gains with the JRSC? God dammit. Now I have to wait on headers... (UEL please)

[ApolloSki]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

Funny you mention that; we're working on something like that.

If the price is right and gains are there, it might be worth swapping.

[SirBrass]

Originally Posted by CSG Mike

If you're driving hard and/or redlining, there's a high probability you'll kick the car into limp mode with the Jackson Racing CARB tune.
@SirBrass is correct; always get a tune/retune to get the most out of the parts you're putting on the car.

Of course if you have CA plates, you have that whole CARB nonsense to wrangle with.