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Bildo · 03-04-2020, 05:56 PM

Did anyone else get screwed over buying a Nick Williams throttle body before they came out with a boosted model? I already dropped over 600 when I bought the 102mm and there was no Boosted model, less than 5k miles and getting a P2101 with the engine shutting off. Now I am supposed to spend another $700 for a boosted model? Thats crap. So can anyone recommend a good replacement for the Nick Williams 102mm that can actually handle 18+ lbs of boost?

Bigdumogre · 03-04-2020, 07:19 PM

Mamo motorsports ? I would hit them up
I’ve been talking to them about making me one and the communication and told me if I ever have problems with it just hit him up and he will fix it

POWERFREAK · 03-04-2020, 07:26 PM

what's different on the boosted model? I have one w/ my whipple and it seems to be fine (only seeing the standard 9-10lbs though).

Bildo · 03-05-2020, 12:35 AM

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what's different on the boosted model? I have one w/ my whipple and it seems to be fine (only seeing the standard 9-10lbs though).

The control motor on the non-boosted models gets overpowered by the airflow which ends up causing an error that slams the throttle body shut. It is extremely dangerous I was doing 75 on the highway yesterday and it slammed shut killing the motor leaving me without power steering or power brakes while going around a bend..... Would think that Nick Williams would stand behind their product and offer the upgraded motor to previous customers so that their customers aren't put into danger.

RobZL1 · 03-05-2020, 04:50 PM

They do exactly that. Send it in for the boosted upgrade for a minimal upgrade cost, or he can send you the boosted motor and you can do it yourself.

POWERFREAK · 03-05-2020, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Bildo

The control motor on the non-boosted models gets overpowered by the airflow which ends up causing an error that slams the throttle body shut. It is extremely dangerous I was doing 75 on the highway yesterday and it slammed shut killing the motor leaving me without power steering or power brakes while going around a bend..... Would think that Nick Williams would stand behind their product and offer the upgraded motor to previous customers so that their customers aren't put into danger.

WOW, that's crazy. Is it just for higher-boost applications, or should I look into replacing mine? Better safe than sorry, I know...but I don't want to throw money away if it's not an issue.

Bildo · 03-05-2020, 07:02 PM

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WOW, that's crazy. Is it just for higher-boost applications, or should I look into replacing mine? Better safe than sorry, I know...but I don't want to throw money away if it's not an issue.

From my understanding the standard model has issues on the PD style blowers at a certain point and some high boost centri setups. I was pretty hot about it yesterday as my car killed the engine 3 times at speed, losing power brakes and steering on the interstate in traffic sucks. I will look into the upgrade if I can do that.

Bildo · 03-05-2020, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by RobZL1

They do exactly that. Send it in for the boosted upgrade for a minimal upgrade cost, or he can send you the boosted motor and you can do it yourself.

I just messaged them through the contact on their page, I did have a conversation with Nick Williams via email back in 2016 I am wondering if he still uses that address.......

POWERFREAK · 03-05-2020, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Bildo

From my understanding the standard model has issues on the PD style blowers at a certain point and some high boost centri setups. I was pretty hot about it yesterday as my car killed the engine 3 times at speed, losing power brakes and steering on the interstate in traffic sucks. I will look into the upgrade if I can do that.

ok, thanks...I'll contact them too and see what the deal is.

this is them I assume? http://williamsperformance.net/contact-us/

Bildo · 03-06-2020, 10:23 AM

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ok, thanks...I'll contact them too and see what the deal is.

this is them I assume? http://williamsperformance.net/contact-us/

Spoke with them today they do offer the upgrade for boosted applications for $250 plus shipping with about a 1 week turn around. Its not something you can really do yourself according to them. They said text them @ 704-433-1428 explain what you want and need and they will send you instructions on how to send the item in.

Greenhornet2 · 03-06-2020, 10:45 AM

well, $250 is better than $700

Bildo · 03-06-2020, 12:08 PM

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well, $250 is better than $700

Agreed, ends up being the price difference.

03-04-2020, 05:56 PM	#1
Bildo Drives: 2012 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Omaha, Nebraska Posts: 1,677	Nick Williams Throttle Body Replacement Did anyone else get screwed over buying a Nick Williams throttle body before they came out with a boosted model? I already dropped over 600 when I bought the 102mm and there was no Boosted model, less than 5k miles and getting a P2101 with the engine shutting off. Now I am supposed to spend another $700 for a boosted model? Thats crap. So can anyone recommend a good replacement for the Nick Williams 102mm that can actually handle 18+ lbs of boost? __________________ 2012 2SS M6, ERL Superdeck 6 427, PRC 255 Heads, Procharger F1A w/ 3.85 pulley, 1300hp intercooler, Squash Dual 450lph, E85, ID1700, RXT Clutch, DSS 1pc driveshaft, GForce axles, Eaton Detroit Trutrac, a bunch of other crap I don't feel like typing.

03-04-2020, 07:19 PM	#2
Bigdumogre Drives: 2012 Camaro SS Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: New York Posts: 1,434	Mamo motorsports ? I would hit them up I’ve been talking to them about making me one and the communication and told me if I ever have problems with it just hit him up and he will fix it __________________ 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS - CSP Custom Cam 232/240 .615/.615 113 +3, Texas speed CNC heads, FTI billet triple disc converter, K&N cai, Katech ported TB, GPI Ported/rod modded manifold, Texas speed 1 7/8 headers, HFC, Flowmaster 2 chambers with x pipe, Mishimoto CC, MSD wires, Roto fab washer relocation, tru cool 40k trans cooler, apex scoop, Pedders extreme coil overs and much more!!

03-04-2020, 07:26 PM	#3
POWERFREAK I.AM. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS/A6 cammed-n-whippled Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NY Posts: 2,638	what's different on the boosted model? I have one w/ my whipple and it seems to be fine (only seeing the standard 9-10lbs though). __________________ NY5thgen.com

03-05-2020, 04:50 PM	#5
RobZL1 fo'shizZL1 Drives: 2017 ZL1 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: ATL Posts: 1,376	They do exactly that. Send it in for the boosted upgrade for a minimal upgrade cost, or he can send you the boosted motor and you can do it yourself. __________________ 2017 ZL1 M6 Black \| Maggie 2650 // 103TB // Big Gulp // CSP LT's & Ultra Cats // JMS // Elite Ultra CC // BMR MM // BC Forged KL13 Past Rides- 2014 ZL1 M6 Red Hot \| Tons of mods 2004 CTS-V M6 Silver \| Many mods 1995 Corvette M6 Torch Red \| A few more mods 1992 Camaro M5 White \| A few mods

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