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09-13-2012, 12:57 PM | #1 |
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ESS VT2 supercharger install?
Well I'm ready to go supercharged after seeing all these videos and reviews about the ESS supercharged M3, I am currently looking at the 600 kit as I want the intercooler. My question is; Is it worth the extra $4500 to get the 650 kit? Is the kit a straight bolt on and tune? I am pretty handy and have installed all my parts myself, is there any reputable shops in CT that has knowledge and hands-on experience with the ESS kits? At this point I'm looking at 640 to 650 hp at the crank with the supercharger and my current mods; which I think is pretty good, I was going to trade the M3 in for a 997turbo but opted to go supercharged.
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As far as the install goes, all the kits should be about the same.
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09-13-2012, 01:11 PM | #3 |
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It all depends on you I'd say. Are you planning on tracking or 1/4 miles? If the latter then maybe the 650 would be a better bet but for the track 600 will be just as good as the 650. Also, are you going to run meth? Maybe use that difference in $$ for that if you haven't thought about it before. Horses are horses but you will want to check out real world comparisons and the difference in 60-130 times etc.. If it's all show and $$ isn't an issue then heck go with the 650 for personal satisfaction.
You will also be wanting to add an x-pipe to your setup. HFC or catless is fine and your tune will have to be updated. Like TECH said, installation should be the same. |
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I just got a smoking deal on the ESS VT2-625 kit from Omar at Velos! Shoot him a PM and I'm sure he can answer any of your questions. For me, the 625 kit was the best price / performance balance that I was looking for.
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I believe zim aka M33 lives out in your area. he has the ESS vt2 650 kit maybe he can give you a ride in his or give you some advice on where to get it installed.
either way you go your will be happy I have the 600 and its an animal I couldn't even imagine the 625 or 650 kit.
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I'm contemplating the 600 myself for sometime next spring/summer... would be good to know whose good at installing/tuning in the tristate area... im located in Yonkers, NY but i'd go as far as CT or NJ...
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09-13-2012, 06:28 PM | #12 |
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Ohhhhhh, you are now dealing ESS? Nice!
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09-14-2012, 07:46 AM | #14 |
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^^ awesome to hear
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My boys at ACM, they can get you everything you need. Right in Fair Lawn, NJ.
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Dope! we'll talk about it tomorrow when i see u!
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Maybe you can do the 600kit and it's rare you pull over 130 anyway so think of weight reduction... That's a possibility I guess.. But more power is always fun
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You might just be seeing both Rob and Myself early-mid next year for an install!!! We'll be in touch! Just gotta stack the chips!
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