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Old 08-27-2015, 03:01 PM
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If I can find a compatible standard tranny that'll take the boost then yes it would be an option. I wouldn't go huge with it, maybe 6 or 7 psi. Would a top mount supercharger be the best or would it be better to go centrifugal with a pro charger?
Of the two, I'd go with a centrifugal. Thing is, you'll probably want to upgrade injectors and fuel pump. It's not hard to do. I'm going to go the 4v route with an aluminum block and just build it up from there.
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Roots style blowers are better. More boost sooner.
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Originally Posted by Carcrazygts2
Roots style blowers are better. More boost sooner.
^^^ This but not as easy going centri if staying 4.6 2v
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http://www.mre-books.com/sa82/sa82_13.html

This book will deffinately help, good info on what injectors and MAF to use as well.
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I'm doing something similar with a 97 F150. How did this turn out ?
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