ive got a 96 rs....with the 3.8 series II in it out of a 98 camaro (the original motor threw a rod) and im looking at buying a powerdyne supercharger kit from rksport.

so far i have slp cai, headers, borla 3" catback, and a shift kit

this is basically directed to the v6 guys....but any help/input is welcome

what kind of gains can i expect

i run a 9.8 1/8 and a 15.4 1/4......what kind of times might i see

any problems with the stock crank that i can expect

would you recommend getting an intercooler or aftercooler for it?

thanks

trey

 

V6's have a lot of potential like V8's, and the cost is sometimes more to build a V6 due to parts availability. The Buick V6 in the grand national is a great example. That motor has forged pistons and a forged crankshaft.

With lower boost levels under 8 psi, you should be okay. But to make a lot of power with a V6, you are going to need much higher boost, say 15-20 pounds. This requires good forged pistons, crank, and rods.

If Vortech makes a kit, I would go with them. Their blower is much more proven than powerdynes.

 

i like the idea of a vortech kit more....but powerdyne is the only kit i have found for my car


but on a side note....one of my friends has turned me onto the idea of taigo's turbo kit for the 3.8.....anyone up here have that?

 

it really is teh only way to go for max power/streetability/potential.

 

hahaha....i was hoping that would get your attention tiago

can you please email me with a list off what all your kit comes with.....and a price....just general information basically

trey_629@hotmail.com

thanks alot

trey

 

The powerdyne kit I've seen for the 3.8 has a goofy belt setup where the smooth side of the belt drives the supercharger.. which can cause problems with slipping.

 

Yep, I had one. Was able to get it to 10 psi. If I remember correctly, I gained almost 100 rwhp.

There is some info on my site.