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Old 23-06-2009, 09:21 PM   #1
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Hey everyone. im looking to put some forced induction into my escort and i am leaning towards the supercharger. Has many people done this? what are some of the things i should do first? and what wouljd be better efi or carby?. thanks for all advice given

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Old 24-06-2009, 06:14 PM   #2
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its been done before using a SC-12 /SC-14 off a Toyota.
would be best using EFi.
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Old 24-06-2009, 06:20 PM   #3
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yeah i was thinking the SC-14 would be good. do you know of any documented supercharged pinto builds? id love to see one
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Old 24-06-2009, 09:57 PM   #4
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have a look here;
http://www.turbosport.co.uk/showthread.php?t=98547
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Old 26-06-2009, 09:21 PM   #5
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Thanks for that it was alot of help. i have a 38mm side draft weber spare would that be any good for supercharging?
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Old 26-06-2009, 11:10 PM   #6
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i have some twin 40mm webers with inlet if you're interested
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Old 28-06-2009, 09:51 AM   #7
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already set up for an SC-14? how much you looking for?
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Old 28-06-2009, 10:55 AM   #8
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I will PM you the details
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Old 28-06-2009, 11:03 AM   #9
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