Kenne Bell and Whipple debate thread (technical)

[smokinzx14r]

" This is for technical discussion so customers can choose for themselves"

Well think I have seen and have read all I need to make a pick ..I don't think reading anymore technical stuff is going to change my mind ...I'm going to pull the trigger soon on a Whipple .. So you guys go ahead and duke it out ...

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[z06psi]

Not really, Boostworks was the one starting issues, not KB so the back/forth was either dealing with the thread-jacking, the negative post or answering questions they asked.

And didn't you purchase a Procharger kit from Beefcake the other day LOL

Why yes, yes I did. Never had a centri before. Thought I would try something new.

I agree with your first statement but now we have a thread with crickets.

 

[Timo5.0]

Subscribed. Old school Procharger D1SC guy that blew up a 98 Cobra. Piston problem not tune/blower. Longing for the big block instant torque of these blowers. Want the most efficient intercooler and most efficient mechanics.

 

[Jmeo]

Oye vey.....

I have never had a KenneBell supercharger. I have had 2 Whipple Superchargers. The reason I went Whipple again was two fold. I had such a good experience with my first Whipple and the customer service I received from Dustin. What 2 better reasons to have imho?

That said I have ALWAYS loved the KenneBell setup. I was "this close" to going with KB when I was in the market for my first SC. I am sure somebody had the same experience with KB as I did Whipple.

To me this is a Chocolate chip cookie vs Oatmeal raisin cookie when everyone knows oatmeal raisin is better....... Chocolate chip.......... Oatmeal raisin.......... Chocolate ......... Oatmeal..... Crap I'm hungry now!



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[lobe50]

I was pretty set on Whipple also, great past experience and great service.
Although I was recently distracted/lured by the much higher Tq #'s seen w the Kenne Bell.

My 07 4.6L made the same Tq #'s as these 15's? 525rwhp and 505rwtq
Now obviously the Hp #'s have increased greatly, but not so much in Tq.
I always liked the fact that my Hp & Tq ran pretty consistent to each other

This decision just gets more & more confusing day by day LOL

 

[Travis@boostworks]

Not really, Boostworks was the one starting issues, not KB so the back/forth was either dealing with the thread-jacking, the negative post or answering questions they asked.

And didn't you purchase a Procharger kit from Beefcake the other day LOL

I didn't start issues.. I think you have completely blown what was said out of proportion. I have no problem with you man. I think Whipple makes a great product. I just think KB is better.. there's nothing wrong with me having an opinion. Lol

 

[MotorJoe]

I for one would like to know:

Which one is the most reliable SC on the long run, what is the best IC and Heat Exchanger and why the KB delivers higher torque for similar psi.

 

[Poppacapp]

Well, I will post a question.

I came from a 2012 GT500 with a 2013 Ford Racing TVS/2.4 pulley.. other mods etc got it to 690rwhp. I DID still have the stock heat exchanger, but an upgrade was in the works before I got rid of it. IAT's did climb into the 120s after a few pulls.

The question I have is this:

Which setup would be better for multiple highway pulls where heat soak can become an issue? Centrifugal, or PD? Do the upgraded heat exchangers provided with these kits keep IAT's down? or do you still need some cooldown time after some pulls?

I am also considering a single turbo setup too. Decisions, decisions. :(

 

[esacteksab]

Well, I will post a question.

I came from a 2012 GT500 with a 2013 Ford Racing TVS/2.4 pulley.. other mods etc got it to 690rwhp. I DID still have the stock heat exchanger, but an upgrade was in the works before I got rid of it. IAT's did climb into the 120s after a few pulls.

The question I have is this:

Which setup would be better for multiple highway pulls where heat soak can become an issue? Centrifugal, or PD? Do the upgraded heat exchangers provided with these kits keep IAT's down? or do you still need some cooldown time after some pulls?

I am also considering a single turbo setup too. Decisions, decisions. :(

Is anyone making a single turbo for the 2015 yet?

 

[bigjohns97]

I for one would like to know:

What SC is most reliable SC on the long run, what is the best IC and Heat Exchanger and why the KB delivers higher torque for similar psi.

This

 

[socalsnake]

These are great questions...

If the manufacturers could chime in, this would be an informative, valuable thread.

 

[Poppacapp]

Is anyone making a single turbo for the 2015 yet?

I am patiently waiting to see what JPC reveals.

 

[Barrel]

What value would a single turbo have over twins?

 

[Process]

I've had:
Paxton on my 1995 331 Stroker Cobra
Vortech on my 1997 Cobra
Vortech on my 2001 Cobra
Kenne Bell on my 2003 Cobra
200 Shot NX Plate on my 2011 GT
Whipple 2.9 and 3.4 on my 2012 GT500
Vortech on my 2011 Grand Sport Corvette
Procharger D1SC on my 2015 Mustang GT

End of the day, I had a smile when driving each one.

 

[Viperbluecobra]

Edelbrock E-Force is better than all.



(runs and hides, while laughing)

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