Whipple Supercharger Systems - Horsepower Gains

Using the pair of 45-degree fittings supplied in the kit, Richard re-positions the coolant hose. This allows it to clear the blower once it's in place.

Using the pair of 45-degree fittings supplied in the kit, Richard re-positions the coolant

Although the goal with this project was to show how the hauler you use to get your show or race car to the events can be made to handle the job better, it should be noted that Whipple has systems for virtually every application. As for the installation, it doesn't require a degree in mechanical engineering, and can be done in your garage using an average selection of tools. It does, however, require attention to details. As with all late-model machines, there is a level of electronic controls and connections that surpasses anything from the "musclecar era." So be aware what wire you're pulling off and from where. On a more positive note, all special tools required for the job are supplied in the kit. Concerning the time it will take to install, give yourself a long weekend to accomplish this task. Something this good has to be earned with a dose of hard work. Once it's finished, though, you'll be able to appreciate your efforts every time you plant your right foot.

Once the throttle body is removed, the stock studs are replaced with longer ones to mount the Whipplecharger.
Once the throttle body is removed, the stock studs are replaced with longer ones to mount
Now the blower is placed on the engine.
Now the serpentine belt can be put back in place along with the new blower pulley.

The throttle body is ready to go back on.
Next, Richard installs part of the plumbing for the air inlet tube. This mounts where the stock battery tray used to be.
Next, Richard installs part of the plumbing for the air inlet tube. This mounts where the
Now the rest of the air inlet tube and air filter can be installed.

While it may seem like an insignificant device, this Whipple malfunction indicator lamp can save your engine should something go wrong. Richard is mounting it where it can easily be seen should it ever come on.
While it may seem like an insignificant device, this Whipple malfunction indicator lamp ca
With the throttle body in a new location, the throttle and cruise control cables will not reach. Fortunately, Whipple supplies a new set of longer cables that will work just fine. Here, Richard is swapping the cruise control cable.
With the throttle body in a new location, the throttle and cruise control cables will not
Pulley alignment is critical. Therefore, Whipple has supplied this simple, yet effective, alignment tool. Using the bottom of the blower bracket, it references off the idler pulley to keep the blower in perfect alignment every time.
Pulley alignment is critical. Therefore, Whipple has supplied this simple, yet effective,

Before the engine is even cranked over, Richard fills the blower with the synthetic oil supplied in the kit. This is one of the many important steps not to miss.
Before the engine is even cranked over, Richard fills the blower with the synthetic oil su
The folks at Whipple pay the utmost attention to detail, evidenced here in the repositioning of the engine compartment light.
The folks at Whipple pay the utmost attention to detail, evidenced here in the repositioni
Here's the finished product. You can see how well the blower blends into the engine compartment. One may even mistake it for a factory system!
Here's the finished product. You can see how well the blower blends into the engine compar

STOCK BASELINE DYNO TEST
RPM	HORSEPOWER	TORQUE
3,400	230.4	355.9
3,500	231.5	347.4
3,600	235.4	343.4
3,700	237.6	337.3
3,800	239.8	331.4
3,900	243.7	328.1
4,000	244.3	320.8
4,100	246.1	315.3
4,200	242.5	303.2
4,300	242.4	296.1
4,400	236.0	281.7
4,500	233.5	272.5
4,600	230.2	262.8
4,700	222.4	248.6

WITH WHIPPLE SUPERCHARGER
RPM	HORSEPOWER	TORQUE
3,500	300.1	450.4
3,600	319.9	466.7
3,700	318.4	452.0
3,800	324.0	447.8
3,900	329.3	443.5
4,000	313.5	411.6
4,100	308.7	395.5
4,200	302.6	378.4
4,300	299.3	365.6
4,400	295.0	352.2
4,500	291.2	339.9
4,600	289.5	330.6
4,700	283.7	317.1