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Turbo vs Super HELP

Discussion in '8G Lancer - Performance' started by Gmoney087, Feb 12, 2010.

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  1. Gmoney087

    Gmoney087 Member

    Hey everyone im new to the site and I had a huge question. I have a 2009 lancer es-sport. I wanted to get some more power out of the engine for a "funner" drive. I have been looking all over the internet for a definite pick on which is better (supercharger or turbocharger) but... I really have no clue. I want to add something to the car, price is not so much a issue but it has to be resonable. I was really looking for some help. Thanks a bunch!
     
    Gmoney087, Feb 12, 2010
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  2. 1slowlance

    1slowlance Well-Known Member

    Well, it depends on what exactly you want. Do you want boost all the time? Or do you want more boost at a certain rpm?
     
    1slowlance, Feb 12, 2010
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  3. mhmayhem88

    mhmayhem88 Well-Known Member

    Do they make supers for the Lancer? I guess I've only ever seen the turbo kits from RRM...
     
    mhmayhem88, Feb 12, 2010
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  4. BlueDevilLancer

    BlueDevilLancer Well-Known Member

    for a 4 banger such as ours, a turbo would be more efficent because a super takes away power to get power. i dont think anyone actually makes a super for our car either.
     
    BlueDevilLancer, Feb 12, 2010
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  5. Gmoney087

    Gmoney087 Member

    I was hoping for boost all the time, but with turbos thats not the case? Do you know how much a medium to high end turbocharger cost that fits the lancer es, and do you think I will notice the power boost? One more question, if I add it will it damage the motor over time, in other words will it handle the extra power. Thanks for the feedback
     
    Gmoney087, Feb 12, 2010
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  6. BlueDevilLancer

    BlueDevilLancer Well-Known Member

    you'll get boost most of the time but it'll probably kick in around the mid to high end RPMs. RRM has a kit for about $4300 which includes everything you need. they say you'll get 50% more power (around 195 - 225). a serious modification like this will add extra strain to the motor in which yes over time it can cause problems. if you really want the power trade in for a ralliart. our cars arent really meant to handle the extra power.
     
    BlueDevilLancer, Feb 12, 2010
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  7. Gmoney087

    Gmoney087 Member

    Gmoney087, Feb 12, 2010
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  8. grizbone

    grizbone Well-Known Member

    I, in the friendliest way possible, suggest reading a lot more before going anywhere near forced induction. Start small. And use google and howstuffworks.com
     
    grizbone, Feb 12, 2010
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  9. Gmoney087

    Gmoney087 Member

    Thanks man i appreciate it, i will, do you think angel eyes is a good place to start?
     
    Gmoney087, Feb 12, 2010
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  10. lancer2quick

    lancer2quick Well-Known Member

    haha...thats a good place to start.
     
    lancer2quick, Feb 12, 2010
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  11. 1slowlance

    1slowlance Well-Known Member

    They add about 50 horsepower each. You'll feel the difference. :D Do you have any other mods done to your car? Exhaust? Intake? If not, this will also play into the turbo/super-ness. Like grizbone said, just read up on stuff, and work your way up.
     
    1slowlance, Feb 13, 2010
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  12. Gmoney087

    Gmoney087 Member

    Ok great i will work my way under the hood slowly. Thanks everybody
     
    Gmoney087, Feb 13, 2010
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  13. 1slowlance

    1slowlance Well-Known Member

    Good idea. A great place to start would be an intake, because it's relatively easy and you could do it yourself. Then start on the exhaust.
     
    1slowlance, Feb 13, 2010
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  14. BlueDevilLancer

    BlueDevilLancer Well-Known Member

    intake, exhaust, headers, it also can vary if you have a CVT tranny or a 5 spd
     
    BlueDevilLancer, Feb 13, 2010
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  15. bras_33

    bras_33 Well-Known Member

    Obviously you know nothing about forced induction...you went from boost to angel eyes. I agree, do your homework on the subject and decide from there. In the meantime, you can do this and guaran-damn-teed to help your car be "funner"


    http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_pa ... ucts_id=28
     
    bras_33, Feb 16, 2010
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  16. grizbone

    grizbone Well-Known Member

    I don't really see the need to be as harsh as this....He stated on his own he really didn't know, thats why he asked advice......
     
    grizbone, Feb 17, 2010
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  17. bras_33

    bras_33 Well-Known Member

    and I gave him some advice...
     
    bras_33, Feb 17, 2010
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  18. grizbone

    grizbone Well-Known Member

    Actually you were just a dick...
     
    grizbone, Feb 17, 2010
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  19. bras_33

    bras_33 Well-Known Member

    and thats fine, who says you have to be nice...and nice color choice.

    and obviously you forgot about this part:

     
    bras_33, Feb 17, 2010
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  20. grizbone

    grizbone Well-Known Member

    Just like you obviously forgot the part where you were an ass? Great Moderator you are :) The kid comes looking for help and that's how a mod helps him out, you're you're obvious knowledge of this vehicle or the topic or supercharging/turbocharging really shined!

    And no I didn't forget the part where you "agreed". Awesome advice chief.
     
    grizbone, Feb 17, 2010
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