My pulley and tune is nice but considering an upgrade to a Whipple or Ken Belle.
Any input appreciated
Any input appreciated
Want to Upgrade - Which Supercharger?
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427Aggie
GT Owner
I believe that the ken belle is just a swap of the snout of the supercharger. Most everyone here has gone Whipple with the upgrade if they didn't go TT.
Thanks, if anyone has a black 4.0 I would be interested in buying.
I'm sure it's not likely but on this forum.. you never know
I'm sure it's not likely but on this forum.. you never know
Correct. KB doesn't have SC application for the GT. Even the snout is out of production and the same as a pulley upgrade anyway.
Only 4.0L Whipple is available. I would recommend 19psi pulley and tune from Torrie. I would be happy to source the parts for you.
1) 19 psi Whipple 4.0L
2) SCT + Torrie custom tune
3) NGK TR7IX plugs
4) MAFia (required)
5) Accufab inlet support (highly recommended)
6) Accufab TB (not required but looks nice with Whipple)
If you wanted to go with a 21psi 4.0L I would recommend adding the KB BAP. Also, I would recommend a custom dyno tune session (with Torrie) where data can be captured and verified that there is enough fuel availability the engine. I wouldn't ever recommend the 4.0L 21 psi without the dyno and data logging as too many issues already reported.
Only 4.0L Whipple is available. I would recommend 19psi pulley and tune from Torrie. I would be happy to source the parts for you.
1) 19 psi Whipple 4.0L
2) SCT + Torrie custom tune
3) NGK TR7IX plugs
4) MAFia (required)
5) Accufab inlet support (highly recommended)
6) Accufab TB (not required but looks nice with Whipple)
If you wanted to go with a 21psi 4.0L I would recommend adding the KB BAP. Also, I would recommend a custom dyno tune session (with Torrie) where data can be captured and verified that there is enough fuel availability the engine. I wouldn't ever recommend the 4.0L 21 psi without the dyno and data logging as too many issues already reported.
tmcphail
GT Owner/Vendor
tmcphail
GT Owner/Vendor
BlackICE
GT Owner
Agreed that the downside of the TT is expense. However, it is all bliss after that. Dial down to 16-17 psi to mill around town on 91 octane and a mere 800 or so RWHP and knowing that you can rip anything that comes your way. Put it on a road course all day long on 15 psi and never overheat and enjoy a very predictable boost curve. Go to a mile venue one day or a quarter mile, and dial up 22-23 psi with 117 Octane fuel and 1050 RWHP and have a truly unforgettable experience.
The TT's can be so flexible because you can so easily adjust boost pressures (and HP) for the venue at hand. In fact, for the street, I'd probably run it at the bare minimum of 11-12 psi (wastegate spring pressure) which is a psi or two less than stock but 700 HP and 630 TQ (at the wheels)! MUCH easier than even the stock blower on the engine and longevity.
The TT's can be so flexible because you can so easily adjust boost pressures (and HP) for the venue at hand. In fact, for the street, I'd probably run it at the bare minimum of 11-12 psi (wastegate spring pressure) which is a psi or two less than stock but 700 HP and 630 TQ (at the wheels)! MUCH easier than even the stock blower on the engine and longevity.
2112
Blue/white 06'
That is what I just did (small whipple). Great throttle response and a ton of bang for the buck. I wanted too many other upgrades to shoot the whole wad on something more powerful, Maybe later?
http://www.fordgtforum.com/forums/s...les-home-from-the-quot-shop-quot-this-weekend
I was told they no longer make these but I believe several forum members have one sitting on the shelf.
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You make some very good points... I like the engine longevity part the best.
We are talking 15-16k?
2112
Blue/white 06'
Jason Watt
Had both, sold both
I just went TT (still installing) and has got a black Whipple with 19psi pulley and 750HP for sale;-)
BlackICE
GT Owner
With a TT engine with similar HP to a SC should be under less stress than a SC one. IMO this doesn't also apply to many of the accessory parts needed for a TT installation. OEM parts are built for longevity and minimal maintenance as a high priority, whereas aftermarket parts are built with HP and TQ as a priority.
e.g. the stock cast iron exhaust manifolds will last forever in most case, where most aftermarket headers and TT headers will not. Ferrari F360 and F430 are notorious for cracking exhaust manifolds if the car is driven more than being a garage queen. There are quite a few Whipples with 30K plus on them without any issues. How many TT have that kind of mileage with no more than routine maintenance?
Jason Watt
Had both, sold both