Buy a used S/C?
Thread Starter
Registered User
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 370
Likes: 0
From: North Bay
Buy a used S/C?
Hey Guys...So I got the bug and am thinking about putting a supercharger on my AP1.
Before I do that I would appreciate some opinions from those 'in the know'
Would you consider a used S/C on Craigslist ?
Is there any way to tell if the S/C is already beat to death?
All things being equal, Comptech or Vortech? Is one better than the other??
Thanks guys...
Before I do that I would appreciate some opinions from those 'in the know'
Would you consider a used S/C on Craigslist ?
Is there any way to tell if the S/C is already beat to death?
All things being equal, Comptech or Vortech? Is one better than the other??
Thanks guys...
Registered User
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 2,259
Likes: 0
From: Annapolis MD
I agree, the SC is a great option, you will love the car more. I would feel more comfortable purchasing items off this forum from people who post and take care of there cars. I would ask how many miles are on it, make sure it has all the parts. Worst case you may just need it rebuilt but I don't think that would break the bank.
Registered User
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 645
Likes: 0
From: Right Coast
Originally Posted by leo520,Jul 8 2009, 08:58 PM
i know there's so much people got scams.
People can be scammed on here, eBay, H-T, craigslist...any online site.
If you search through local Craigslist ads then you could at least meet the person before purchasing.
More often than not, though, there is always a good bargain in the classifieds here for a s/c kit.
What's your budget and what do you want to achieve with the s/c kit?
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 5,491
Likes: 12
Originally Posted by bluenote,Jul 8 2009, 06:23 PM
Thanks to everyone for the input..My budget is flexible, but Im thinking around
$2 - 3K for the S/C. Then I have to find out how much for the install.
$2 - 3K for the S/C. Then I have to find out how much for the install.
i'll say maybe around 6-800...
Trending Topics
Registered User
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 645
Likes: 0
From: Right Coast
If you absolutely cannot install it yourself then search around here for people that have and may be in your area.
But if you are a little mechanically inclined, I would suggest doing it yourself. You learn a lot about your car and gain experience by doing so.
But if you are a little mechanically inclined, I would suggest doing it yourself. You learn a lot about your car and gain experience by doing so.
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 459
Likes: 2
Originally Posted by SuzukaBlueAP2,Jul 8 2009, 07:15 PM
If you absolutely cannot install it yourself then search around here for people that have and may be in your area.
But if you are a little mechanically inclined, I would suggest doing it yourself. You learn a lot about your car and gain experience by doing so.
But if you are a little mechanically inclined, I would suggest doing it yourself. You learn a lot about your car and gain experience by doing so.
You also know it was done right...assuming you did it right.
Registered User
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 939
Likes: 0
From: Kelowna, BC
I also agree^^^^
A comptech SHOULD be very easy to install... I would say if you are capable of doing jobs like plugs and oil change you should be able to do this job yourself.. ( considering you take your time and do things properly) I think there should be a DIY supercharger kit thread on here some where...
A comptech SHOULD be very easy to install... I would say if you are capable of doing jobs like plugs and oil change you should be able to do this job yourself.. ( considering you take your time and do things properly) I think there should be a DIY supercharger kit thread on here some where...