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Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 26-05-2016
Replies: 43
Views: 9,357
Posted By Tycho
My thoughts: Superchargers are available in...

My thoughts:

Superchargers are available in both centrifugal/dynamic and positive displacement types. The main difference being the positive displacement type delivers constant pressure but is...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 26-05-2016
Replies: 43
Views: 9,357
Posted By Tycho
I did a write up on supercharger types vs turbos...

I did a write up on supercharger types vs turbos I'll see if I can dig it out but on balance I believe super chargers are a better solution for 4wding.
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 26-05-2016
Replies: 43
Views: 9,357
Posted By Tycho
Ripp

I've had a RIPP supercharger in my 2009 3.8 for about three months now. Was looking at a V8 conversation but all the kits are for LHD and I'd lose too much dash function to go LS etc

Dyno'd before...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 26-02-2016
Replies: 12
Views: 7,036
Posted By Tycho
The AFRs were taken during the dyno runs using...

The AFRs were taken during the dyno runs using the dyno shop's equipment. Looking into fitting a wide band sensor and guage
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 25-02-2016
Replies: 8
Views: 4,308
Posted By Tycho
Here's what I originally had engineered up off...

Here's what I originally had engineered up off the chassis but my advice is bite the bullet and go straight to an ARB bar or similar
...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 25-02-2016
Replies: 12
Views: 7,036
Posted By Tycho
http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af116/jasonmars...

http://i999.photobucket.com/albums/af116/jasonmarsden/Random/9de11b24ef6161cc948c91254475d873.jpg

Power went from 93.1kW to 139.0 and torque from 797Nm to 1158Nm

Saves about 2 l/100km cruising...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 24-02-2016
Replies: 12
Views: 7,036
Posted By Tycho
Whatever forced induction kit you go with just...

Whatever forced induction kit you go with just check that it will fit RHD first :). Part of the reason I went with the RIPP supercharger. The RIPP intercooled kit certainly makes it better to drive...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 13-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 4,620
Posted By Tycho
I was getting 16-17 l/100km around town and 12-15...

I was getting 16-17 l/100km around town and 12-15 l/100km open road. 2.35t running 33 inch mud tyres on stock diffs and auto trans.
Pretty much a hiding to nowhere if you want an off-road capable...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 13-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Tycho
Only a guess after a days driving but I do have...

Only a guess after a days driving but I do have an Ultra-gauge with instantaneous fuel usage and looks like extra 2 l/100km around town (heavy foot at the moment :) ) and saving 2 l/100km cruising at...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 13-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Tycho
:) I think Rick might have one or two more...

:) I think Rick might have one or two more superchargers coming through the shop soon, he did a great job. I will need to get back to Reefton, Denniston, Lake Daniels etc now for a comparison :)
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 13-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Tycho
Just the supercharger this time around. All up...

Just the supercharger this time around. All up just under NZ$13k. Still have to connect to the snorkel so will prob go with a custom airbox to offer flexibility on road/off-road. A lot cheaper and...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 13-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Tycho
Yup measured at the back wheels :). Cheers for...

Yup measured at the back wheels :). Cheers for the comments. I'm taking it off-road for the first time tomorrow so will be interesting to see what difference it makes in low range on a soft gravel...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 12-02-2016
Replies: 11
Views: 2,764
Posted By Tycho
Supercharger Dyno Results

Before and after results below from my recent RIPP install. About 50% increase in power and torque. Feel free to reply with your own chart if you have installed a supercharger.

2009 3.8 running...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 12-02-2016
Replies: 20
Views: 6,400
Posted By Tycho
Well it has been a while but the RIPP arrived and...

Well it has been a while but the RIPP arrived and was installed two days ago. The dyno showed 50% increase in both torque and horsepower and it certainly feels about right. I am having to relearn how...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 30-12-2015
Replies: 4
Views: 1,673
Posted By Tycho
Ha ha this would piss a lot of Landrover fans off...

Ha ha this would piss a lot of Landrover fans off :)
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 30-12-2015
Replies: 20
Views: 6,400
Posted By Tycho
Was the special blackout version, 11lb boost...

Was the special blackout version, 11lb boost rather than standard 8lb, with inter cooler, on sale for US$5300 from memory. It will probably be about NZ$11k by the time it is installed. Not a cheap...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 30-12-2015
Replies: 20
Views: 6,400
Posted By Tycho
Last time I checked the Hemi kits would not work...

Last time I checked the Hemi kits would not work with RHD :(. Ordered a RIPP supercharger instead. Hopefully arring soon
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 27-12-2015
Replies: 34
Views: 5,812
Posted By Tycho
I wanted to go v8 in my 2009 3.8 but the kits did...

I wanted to go v8 in my 2009 3.8 but the kits did not seem to work with RHD and non kit engines looked like I would lose too much dash function due to the whole canbus thing. Have ordered a RIPP, one...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 26-12-2015
Replies: 12
Views: 2,703
Posted By Tycho
Quadratech, currently US$209 for 2007-10 4 door...

Quadratech, currently US$209 for 2007-10 4 door kit

They come well packaged and surprisingly small as the big section is folded in half, they split the back foam almost through to get them to fold...
Forum: JK Wrangler Australia 24-12-2015
Replies: 12
Views: 2,703
Posted By Tycho
I've had my Boom Mats in for about a year. Love...

I've had my Boom Mats in for about a year. Love them, great thermal insulation but best is how much better the stock stereo now sounds. Install is pretty easy except taking the rear section of...
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