The supercharger is a type of air compressor which used in an internal combustion engine for forced induction. The larger the flow rate, the more oxygen that is provided in order to support the process of combustion. This also provides more fuel so that more work can be done within each cycle. This serves to increase the output of power in the engine.

How to Install a Supercharger

The supercharger can be installed quite simply so it is certainly possible for an individual to install the device themselves. A supercharger can succeed in providing a large amount of additional power to the engine. The following are a series of simple steps which can be followed to successfully install a supercharger.

In order to install the supercharger, you will need hose clamps, a tappet or a similar featured wrench, a mallet or hammer, as well as a drill bit and drill.

Step 1: Make sure to wipe off and clean both the inside and the outside of the hoses and other parts of the engine before they are attached in order to eliminate the chance that debris will contaminate the new supercharger after it is installed.

Step 2: Connect the oil drain hose to the drain and secure the hose with the hose clamp and make sure it fits correctly.

Step 3: Take the supercharger and place in the car while ensuring that the line of the oil drain points downward. Afterward, get beneath the car and attach the oil pan drain to the oil line.

Step 4: Secure the supercharger to the idler assembly using ¾ inch or 12 mm bolts. Make sure to tighten the bolts using a wrench.

Step 5: Take the intake elbow and push the elbow on the supercharger. This is a little bit of a challenge but can be done with a mallet as long as you add a little bit of force. Do not employ too much force though as this might cause damage.

Step 6: Place the black elbow so that it connects from the inlet to the fender.

Step 7: Before the installation of the back elbow, make a hole for the sensor that monitors air temperature. This hole can be drilled with the available drill bit. Once the hole is drilled, place the sensor near the outer elbow bend area.

Step 8: Attach the tube of the airflow meter to the elbow.

Step 9: Take the hose clamps and place on the inlet tube at the end. This allows for the blue hose to be slipped onto this end of the tube. This hose is located between the back elbow and the inlet tube.

Advantages of the Supercharger

The most prominent advantage to the supercharger is the fact that it can significantly increase the horsepower of the engine. Installing a supercharger to either a truck or car will allow the vehicle to function as an automobile would with a much more powerful engine.

Although some individuals favor turbochargers, there are several advantages that a supercharger has over the turbocharger. The first is that the supercharger does not suffer from lag, which is the amount of time that passes between when the driver steps on the gas pedal and when the engine responds. In contrast, this is an issue with turbochargers as it takes several moments for the gases of the exhaust to reach the velocity that is required in order to drive the turbine or impeller. The supercharger does not have this lag as they are driven by a crankshaft. There are differences among available superchargers. Some are more effective at lower RPMs whereas others are more effective at higher. For example, twin-screw and roots superchargers are able to produce far more power when at a lower RPM. Centrifugal superchargers, however, do just the opposite and are more efficient when at a higher RPM.

Another benefit is that the installation of superchargers is far easier than the installation of a turbocharger. Whereas turbocharger installation requires a large amount of exhaust system modification, superchargers are able to be bolted on either the engine’s side or top. Along with being easier to install, it is also much simpler to maintain.

Lastly, there is no required shutdown procedure for superchargers. Due to the fact that they do not require engine oil for lubrication, they are able to shut down normally without any special systems being required. Turbochargers, on the other hand, need to idle for approximately 30 seconds before they are able to be shut down as the engine oil needs to be given the ability to cool. Despite this, it is important to keep in mind that, with superchargers, it is helpful to give them a chance to warm up as they function more efficiently when they are at their peak operating temperature.