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InfernoSS454 · 04-30-2012, 11:01 AM

Ok I have an l99 at first I was thinking about stroking my motor out to a 416 and forging the internals and then adding a supercharger. No I'm debating on getting a supercharger and forge the internals as I go. Which sounds like a better idea to you guys. And what type of supercharger do you guys recomend.

WheelmanSS · 04-30-2012, 11:44 AM

Your process depends on your $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$.

The L99 and LS3 are not built specifically for boost from the factory. In theory, you should build your motor for boost first.

That being said, many people, including myself, have a supercharger on a stock motor. No issue with that, as long as tune and support the fuel system accordingly.

However, I built my car fully assuming that it is not a question of will I replace my motor, but when.

As for brands, this question is asked daily. For PDs, Maggies and Whipples usually top the list. For Centris, its usually Vortech and Prochager.

BLACK10 · 04-30-2012, 11:30 PM

Well said!

What ever you decide, we can make it work for you!

uniqueskillz · 05-01-2012, 12:54 AM

the type of supercharger depends on your HP goals and how you intend to use your car. however look up the price to stroke and forge your motor and the price of a new forged 416ci motor. you'll find the price difference is not that bad. Then if you want you can part out or just sell your factory motor to recoup some money.

or

you could slap the supercharger on there now and just save money for a forged motor. That way if something breaks you have a backup plan. Thats the most important thing, Always have a back up plan....

InfernoSS454 · 05-01-2012, 12:09 PM

Thanks for the suggestions. I don't plan on doing any of this for awhile still enjoying my cam. It doesn't hurt to start researching first. And Nick soon as I get the money ill be calling yall up.

Chris-HPS · 05-01-2012, 12:24 PM

Go turbo and dont look back!.You can start off with mild HP and then after you build your motor you can turn up the boost and really let it eat.
I am a little bias though.LOL

Chris

InfernoSS454 · 05-01-2012, 04:29 PM

What all needs to be forged in a motor to make it truelly reliable. I know the rods and pistons is there anything else.

Sales@Phastek · 05-01-2012, 04:33 PM

You're in houston stop on by!

04-30-2012, 11:01 AM	#1
InfernoSS454 Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: houston,texas Posts: 391	question? Ok I have an l99 at first I was thinking about stroking my motor out to a 416 and forging the internals and then adding a supercharger. No I'm debating on getting a supercharger and forge the internals as I go. Which sounds like a better idea to you guys. And what type of supercharger do you guys recomend. __________________ Texas speeds 1 7/8 longtube headers and full exhaust vararam air intake. Lethal racings night fury cam and yank 3400 stall. Dyno tuned by lethal racing 465 rwhp 434 rwtq.

04-30-2012, 11:44 AM	#2
WheelmanSS Logic is dead Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: May 2010 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,744	Your process depends on your $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$. The L99 and LS3 are not built specifically for boost from the factory. In theory, you should build your motor for boost first. That being said, many people, including myself, have a supercharger on a stock motor. No issue with that, as long as tune and support the fuel system accordingly. However, I built my car fully assuming that it is not a question of will I replace my motor, but when. As for brands, this question is asked daily. For PDs, Maggies and Whipples usually top the list. For Centris, its usually Vortech and Prochager. __________________ 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS (LS3) 573 RWHP 498 RWTQ - Vortech V3 Supercharger - Kooks Stepped Headers, Magnaflow 16580 - Suspension by Pfadt, Hotchkis. 2007 Trailblazer SS- Sold 2001 Trans Am WS6 431 RWHP 408 RWTQ - Sold 1994 Camaro Z28 - Sold

04-30-2012, 11:30 PM	#3
BLACK10 POWER TECH Drives: 2010 CAMARO. 10.04@133mph, 1.4 60' Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Posts: 4,395	Well said! What ever you decide, we can make it work for you! __________________ LETHAL RACING.COM 337-258-7692

05-01-2012, 12:09 PM	#5
InfernoSS454 Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: houston,texas Posts: 391	Thanks for the suggestions. I don't plan on doing any of this for awhile still enjoying my cam. It doesn't hurt to start researching first. And Nick soon as I get the money ill be calling yall up. __________________ Texas speeds 1 7/8 longtube headers and full exhaust vararam air intake. Lethal racings night fury cam and yank 3400 stall. Dyno tuned by lethal racing 465 rwhp 434 rwtq.

05-01-2012, 04:29 PM	#7
InfernoSS454 Drives: 2010 camaro ss Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: houston,texas Posts: 391	What all needs to be forged in a motor to make it truelly reliable. I know the rods and pistons is there anything else. __________________ Texas speeds 1 7/8 longtube headers and full exhaust vararam air intake. Lethal racings night fury cam and yank 3400 stall. Dyno tuned by lethal racing 465 rwhp 434 rwtq.

05-01-2012, 12:54 AM	#4
uniqueskillz Drives: Twin Turbo LS3 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Killeen, TX Posts: 569	the type of supercharger depends on your HP goals and how you intend to use your car. however look up the price to stroke and forge your motor and the price of a new forged 416ci motor. you'll find the price difference is not that bad. Then if you want you can part out or just sell your factory motor to recoup some money. or you could slap the supercharger on there now and just save money for a forged motor. That way if something breaks you have a backup plan. Thats the most important thing, Always have a back up plan....

05-01-2012, 12:24 PM	#6
Chris-HPS Drives: 2008Corvette Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ga Posts: 692	Go turbo and dont look back!.You can start off with mild HP and then after you build your motor you can turn up the boost and really let it eat. I am a little bias though.LOL Chris

05-01-2012, 04:33 PM	#8
Sales@Phastek Drives: 2010 X5 Camaro Turbo Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 1,893	You're in houston stop on by! __________________ Aftermarket 2010, 2011, & 2012 Camaro Parts & Accessories Online SUPERSTORE - Keep up with Phastek on Facebook!