Superchargers vs Turbochargers

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Originally posted by: Howard

Originally posted by: Evadman
If you are looking for an off the shelf forced induction system, in general terms a supercharger will be less expensive. Turbos can require some custom metal work and fabrication since both the exaust and intake are messes with. Superchargers are only intake and a belt.

Turbos will also raise underhood temps quite a bit comparied to a supercharger.

Of course, it all depends on how well you insulate the turbine housing (and exhaust manifold(s)/header(s) if you want better emission control/power).

Are you talking about heat-wrap? I've heard bad news about using that stuff anywhere near a manifold/header on a turbo setup...

 

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many heavy duty vehicles use superchargers. trucks/bigrigs/military transport etc it seems. no lag is a requirement for haulin i bet. turbos seem to be better for plain speed, esp on smaller motors from what littl ei know.