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Moose · 11-10-2008, 01:54 PM

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Originally Posted by gtahvit

With a name like Moose, I can't say I'm surprised you are a displacement guy....

err uum. Just kidding. Really.

BowtieGuy · 11-10-2008, 01:58 PM

I know what you mean about displacement. I love the sound of a big chunk of rumbling Detroit steel. Only problem is that it's hard to accomplish that in today's cars.

Moose · 11-10-2008, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

I know what you mean about displacement. I love the sound of a big chunk of rumbling Detroit steel. Only problem is that it's hard to accomplish that in today's cars.

I'm sure it'd be something I could get used to, re; turbo/supercharger.

As you inferred, todays automanufacturers are turning to turbo's and supercharging. I've never owned either.

Now, if there were to be a supercharged Camaro somewhere down the line....

*disclaimer* "supercharged Camaro" is simply wishful thinkingon my part.

(and let me add, seeing as you own a Cobalt SS - A teller at my bank owns a black one, and its a nice ride! I'd be happy to own one.)

headpunter · 11-10-2008, 02:04 PM

virtual displacement for me please

*DGthe3* · 11-10-2008, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by BowtieGuy

I know what you mean about displacement. I love the sound of a big chunk of rumbling Detroit steel. Only problem is that it's hard to accomplish that in today's cars.

Agreed. Since when did a 5.3L become a 'big V8'? Big (block) V8's started out at ~6.5L as I recall, which is where the small (block) V8's tended to end.

*CamaroSpike23* · 11-10-2008, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by DGthe3

Agreed. Since when did a 5.3L become a 'big V8'? Big (block) V8's started out at ~6.5L as I recall, which is where the small (block) V8's tended to end.

keep in mind you can still get an 8.3L small block...

SS4EVER · 11-10-2008, 06:05 PM

Don't forget too people that you can have best of both worlds now. It's just a matter of how much you want to spend, and what you want.

I've seen twincharged 4cyl (supercharger & turbo) engines... supercharger kicks in @ low RPMS, then turbo takes over for mid to top end... pros and cons to that...

I've seen twin supercharged engines, such as in a SVT Lightning, and also in a Trailblazer SS...

I've seen a twin supercharged & turbocharged Mustang on streetfire.net making insane power...

And there's the twin turbo 427 Lingenfelter Corvette ZO6 that makes 800-1380+ HP
... And there's also a twin turbo Viper that makes 2500hp... (yes 2,500hp)

.... So it just matters what you want to do and if you have the means to do it.

seeknay2000 · 11-28-2008, 06:16 PM

Don't know enough about cars to argue super/turbo, but I'm going w/ turbo. From what my friends recommeded I think I prefer turbo. Also, I don't like the whiny sound of a supercharger, reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense.

But anybody want to recommend me a good brand for turbocharger - I will be looking to spend up to $10K...

also, on a side-note - anybody know a good, quality shop to modify my car either near Philadelphia, or at least on the east cost?

Wm Holden · 11-28-2008, 07:07 PM

10's a start...

Wm Holden · 11-28-2008, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by seeknay2000

Don't know enough about cars to argue super/turbo, but I'm going w/ turbo. From what my friends recommeded I think I prefer turbo. Also, I don't like the whiny sound of a supercharger, reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense.

But anybody want to recommend me a good brand for turbocharger - I will be looking to spend up to $10K...

also, on a side-note - anybody know a good, quality shop to modify my car either near Philadelphia, or at least on the east cost?

tell me this Supercharger does NOT sound like a jet turbine at WOT.

What's not to like??

Video

BowtieGuy · 11-28-2008, 07:20 PM

Supercharger sounds like a 4 cylinder tuner? You may have those confused man. Tell me, do your friends enjoy The Fast and the Furious to an unnatural degree?

seeknay2000 · 11-29-2008, 07:09 AM

I said "reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense". I know this is walking of thin ice -but I don't think it sounds like a 4cyl tuner, it just reminds me of one. When I hear a high pitched sound like that, I think of a 4cyl tuner - maybe it's just me. I don't like the high pitched sound but I have nothing against superchargers, it's just my preference.

by the way - nice video wmholden

Wm Holden · 11-29-2008, 01:58 PM

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Originally Posted by seeknay2000

I said "reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense". I know this is walking of thin ice -but I don't think it sounds like a 4cyl tuner, it just reminds me of one. When I hear a high pitched sound like that, I think of a 4cyl tuner - maybe it's just me. I don't like the high pitched sound but I have nothing against superchargers, it's just my preference.

by the way - nice video wmholden

Thank You....

We gotta get you in a room full of these LSx cars and let you hear the real deal....turbo or S/C ...none of it is even remotely close to anything 4cyl...

I suspect you'll figure that out before you lay down the money...

seeknay2000 · 11-29-2008, 02:07 PM

alright - I believe you - but right now I'm leaning towards turbocharger. Either way we can agree on one thing, Camaro SS w/ turbo or supercharger will be bad ass!

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11-10-2008, 06:05 PM	#49
SS4EVER Camaro Convert... Drives: 2006 Cobalt SS Supercharged Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Metro Detroit, Mi Posts: 595 View My Garage	Don't forget too people that you can have best of both worlds now. It's just a matter of how much you want to spend, and what you want. I've seen twincharged 4cyl (supercharger & turbo) engines... supercharger kicks in @ low RPMS, then turbo takes over for mid to top end... pros and cons to that... I've seen twin supercharged engines, such as in a SVT Lightning, and also in a Trailblazer SS... I've seen a twin supercharged & turbocharged Mustang on streetfire.net making insane power... And there's the twin turbo 427 Lingenfelter Corvette ZO6 that makes 800-1380+ HP ... And there's also a twin turbo Viper that makes 2500hp... (yes 2,500hp) .... So it just matters what you want to do and if you have the means to do it. __________________ 4 life! Currently Driving: 2006 Cobalt SS Supercharged

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11-10-2008, 01:58 PM	#44
BowtieGuy Enlightened Drives: Nothing Currently Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,285	I know what you mean about displacement. I love the sound of a big chunk of rumbling Detroit steel. Only problem is that it's hard to accomplish that in today's cars.

11-28-2008, 06:16 PM	#50
seeknay2000 Drives: 1978 Z28, 1987 Suburb Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 143	Don't know enough about cars to argue super/turbo, but I'm going w/ turbo. From what my friends recommeded I think I prefer turbo. Also, I don't like the whiny sound of a supercharger, reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense. But anybody want to recommend me a good brand for turbocharger - I will be looking to spend up to $10K... also, on a side-note - anybody know a good, quality shop to modify my car either near Philadelphia, or at least on the east cost?

11-28-2008, 07:20 PM	#53
BowtieGuy Enlightened Drives: Nothing Currently Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,285	Supercharger sounds like a 4 cylinder tuner? You may have those confused man. Tell me, do your friends enjoy The Fast and the Furious to an unnatural degree?

11-29-2008, 07:09 AM	#54
seeknay2000 Drives: 1978 Z28, 1987 Suburb Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 143	I said "reminds me of a 4cyl tuner, no offense". I know this is walking of thin ice -but I don't think it sounds like a 4cyl tuner, it just reminds me of one. When I hear a high pitched sound like that, I think of a 4cyl tuner - maybe it's just me. I don't like the high pitched sound but I have nothing against superchargers, it's just my preference. by the way - nice video wmholden

11-29-2008, 02:07 PM	#56
seeknay2000 Drives: 1978 Z28, 1987 Suburb Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 143	alright - I believe you - but right now I'm leaning towards turbocharger. Either way we can agree on one thing, Camaro SS w/ turbo or supercharger will be bad ass!