Vortech Supercharger or AVO Turbo

[rice_classic]

Originally Posted by YourFearlessLeader

turbo for drag car
SC for road racing car

All the FI race cars I've ever seen have turbos. WRC were turbos, F1 were turbos even locally at grassroots racing the boosted cars are.... turbos.

Turbos don't just do one thing, they can be designed to fit all types of needs, powerbands, rev limits etc. There's also compounding turbos, bi-turbos, twin turbos etc.

So I'd say... Turbo for just about anything.

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by Delsy

To install AVO do you need some modification on your car? I use a GT 86 aero with all stock. Also I use 100oct gas. Thanks a lot!

The install is very simple, just to name a few, no need to tap the oil pan for oil return and no need to cut the chassis or anything like that.

[2forme]

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

The install is very simple, just to name a few, no need to tap the oil pan for oil return andno need to cut the chassis or anything like that.

Do they need to cut anything? Like plastics or anything?

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by 2forme

Do they need to cut anything? Like plastics or anything?

One plastic piece modified.

[2forme]

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

One plastic piece modified.

Which one?

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by 2forme

Which one?

I'll go into details when I install mine, promise Its function is not compromised and its not eliminated but only modified.

[husker741]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

All the FI race cars I've ever seen have turbos. WRC were turbos, F1 were turbos even locally at grassroots racing the boosted cars are.... turbos.

Turbos don't just do one thing, they can be designed to fit all types of needs, powerbands, rev limits etc. There's also compounding turbos, bi-turbos, twin turbos etc.

So I'd say... Turbo for just about anything.

Did anyone else read this as Bubba from the movie Forrest Gump, when he's talking about all the things you can do with shrimp?

[rice_classic]

Originally Posted by husker741

Did anyone else read this as Bubba from the movie Forrest Gump, when he's talking about all the things you can do with shrimp?

Turbo props, turbo boats, turbo cars, turbo turbos... shrimp turbos.

[Calum]

Originally Posted by rice_classic

Turbo props, turbo boats, turbo cars, turbo turbos... shrimp turbos.

turbo diesel, turbo fan, turbo dryer, electric turbo

[Jeff86]

Originally Posted by Sportsguy83

I'll go into details when I install mine, promise Its function is not compromised and its not eliminated but only modified.

I expect a thorough write up from you sir. I'm leaning more and more toward AVO at this point.

Damnit another turbo car...

[Sonolin]

I think honestly the turbos are looking like the much better performers. Both FBM & AVO stg1 kits look like they'd be great around a track, and there doesn't look to be much turbo lag.

I'm probably going to go with Vortech or possibly Innovative if they ever release a dyno. My hopes for this car are very modest, and I just want a good boost in power while retaining the "feel" of the stock motor. I also want something very reliable and CARB legal as I live in cali, so that further restricts the options.

So leaning towards Vortech with all things considered. If this wasn't my daily driver, I'd probably go full blown their kit looks awesome

EDIT: I'm also keeping an eye on the Greddy kit, as from what I've heard their kits are usually 50 state legal.

[Coheed]

Any kit that replaces the manifold cats will never be CARB legal.

[superpilun]

Originally Posted by vubaru

I know that getting the AVO in California would not only destroy my warranty but may not be CARB approved. Did it anyway. Daily driven. No issues.

No regrets. The tune isn't even finished and I love this kit. Headroom for upgradability, stock look, and an amazing spool time and torque curve.'

Turbo v. SC is a personal preference and depends on what the purpose of your build is. From what I've seen of the Vortech kit some of the higher boost versions look pretty cool.

Did you notice any issues with the base tune? I noticed you said the tune isn't finished, just wanted to know what you meant.

[Sportsguy83]

Originally Posted by superpilun

Did you notice any issues with the base tune? I noticed you said the tune isn't finished, just wanted to know what you meant.

I believe he meant his car is not done tuning meaning it has not been fine tuned yet by a local tuner in a Dyno.