Supercharger Kit for Olds
July 11th, 2014, 04:21 AM
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Supercharger Kit for Olds
TorqStorm now offers a supercharger kit for Oldsmobile. Normal gains of 100-150 RWHP with only 5-6 pounds of boost. We have not tested one on and Olds motor yet so we would like to work out a deal with someone. PM me or call Rick at 616-706-5580
July 12th, 2014, 07:15 PM
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Looks nice. Too bad it won't work with factory A/C. (Sorry, I'm a wuss.) Just a thought - if it were moved to the driver side, the alternator can be moved to the lower passenger side and leave room for the A/C compressor.
July 13th, 2014, 05:43 AM
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We are working on a twin supercharger kit so we might have a bracket for the drivers side which will force us to move the alternator to the lower pass side. It w ill take a little time to get to it.
July 13th, 2014, 06:00 AM
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Good engineering practice places the idler on the slack side of the belt, not the power side.
I take it you have to have somewhat higher fuel pressure to push fuel in against the boost pressure that the carb is subject to?
I take it you have to have somewhat higher fuel pressure to push fuel in against the boost pressure that the carb is subject to?
July 13th, 2014, 07:33 AM
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Unfortunately, bad engineering practice puts the air filter directly above the exhaust manifold. Considering that the supercharger already heats the inlet charge, this isn't your best choice. Yeah, it can be rerouted...
July 13th, 2014, 08:53 AM
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Oh Joe, there's no need to be snarky. That pic is just for illustration purposes. Nevertheless, that's a good point - For production there is probably a better location for the air filter, or at least put a heat shield underneath it. Given that this won't sell in huge numbers, it may not be cost effective to make application-specific intakes, but perhaps they could offer an add-on kit to build a custom intake tube.
ScottoW31 - That sounds super cool. These things take time. So is 5-6 PSI pretty much the max this unit can make on a 455?
ScottoW31 - That sounds super cool. These things take time. So is 5-6 PSI pretty much the max this unit can make on a 455?
July 13th, 2014, 11:49 AM
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What kind of deal could we work out? I'm definitely interested. I have two BBO's to test on, and may be acquiring a third within the next month and a half.
September 23rd, 2014, 12:41 PM
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Everything is about 40 pounds all together. Shipping with all the boxes and packing material is right around 50 pounds.
We emailed you about a kit for your car. Hopefully we can work with you.
Yes, to keep the cost down on these kits we have the air filter on the charger. You can re-route if you would like but once you are moving your underhood temp goes down. Some people re-route, some add intercoolers and some add meth injection. There are kits from the other companies that do the same with the filter. It is all in what you can afford and see if it is necessary.
Sorry for taking so long to get back to this thread. It kind of got lost on me. If anyone has any questions or concerns you can call or email at sales@torqstorm.com
Sorry for taking so long to get back to this thread. It kind of got lost on me. If anyone has any questions or concerns you can call or email at sales@torqstorm.com
September 23rd, 2014, 12:44 PM
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Yes you would need to increase your fuel pressure to push in against boost pressure. You will probably need to go to an electric pump if you do not have one already.
December 19th, 2014, 07:38 AM
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I know I'm digging this up from September, but I saw the thread referenced from ROP.
A boost referenced regulator with an electric pump would be the way to go. I have a GN tank in my '88 H/O with a Walbro in tank pump. This looks like a sweet setup. Did the testing ever happen on the above poster's 455?
A boost referenced regulator with an electric pump would be the way to go. I have a GN tank in my '88 H/O with a Walbro in tank pump. This looks like a sweet setup. Did the testing ever happen on the above poster's 455?
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February 12th, 2015, 05:29 PM
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May 13th, 2015, 07:55 AM
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We sent a charger kit out for an Olds but he is having a few set backs. He broke his foot and has not been able to work on it. Hopefully he gets better and get that kit installed so we can see what it will do on an Oldsmobile. Check out the Street Rodder Road Tour car. It is a Ford but rather impressive numbers for twins. 790 HP @ 15 PSI at only 6000 RPM with twin TorqStorm Superchargers.
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http://www.hotrod.com/events/street-...0507_45316836#
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January 20th, 2016, 10:12 AM
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I'm interested. I'm using my gi bill and taking up auto mechanic/technician school and I'm building an 84 cutlass with a 71 350 rocket wkth stock heads as my school project. Please email/pm me if we can work something out
January 24th, 2016, 06:28 AM
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There is one guy from this forum bought one but not sure what came of it. We know this system works and would like more Olds guys to have one. Have your friend get a hold of Rick at sales@torqstorm.com Thanks for your help!!
January 24th, 2016, 11:02 AM
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I am the guy. This unit is getting installed this year for this racing season. Had some minor personal set-backs and was dragging my feet. Rick, Scott and TorqStorm have their act together on these units. They are awesome looking pieces. The performance on other engines and cars can be found on You Tube, I believe. I still need to get the MSD 6-BTM ignition in order for the setup to be correct. Will be reporting my progress.
March 3rd, 2016, 10:19 AM
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NEW TORQSTORM SUPERCHARGER SYSTEM OLDSMOBILE 350-455 ARP-K-GM-OLDS-PS
On ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-TORQSTOR...item3f5da88d1b
He is a stocking dealer.
On ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-TORQSTOR...item3f5da88d1b
He is a stocking dealer.
April 25th, 2017, 07:55 PM
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what kind of deal pm me
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