Why Not Radix?

[Chevrolet SS]

So im still pretty new to the Forced Induction world, but it seems to be a very pratical way to build some great power on a DD (or anything for that matter). So anyways I know there are about a million Radix Trucks here but my question is to the guys who DIDENT go radix.. why not? what was it about the way you went that made you decide that?

[SD619SS]

They are limited to 5xx rwhp and some want more

-but ... Krambo is still faster than them all with ZERO problems

[cadowns]

Back in 03 when I made my decision, there was not as much info as there is now on different brands. I knew that the Ford boys had good success with the KB, so I went that route. It has served me well, and I have not needed the support of KB, good thing, because it is poor compaired to Radix.

With the new Hi Helix product coming out soon, you can't go wrong with the Magna Charger.

 

Enjoy your truck.

 

CD

[Black2003SS]

The power potential of the vortech and procharger kits are much higher like mentioned throughout the site. However, install times are almost double (vortech can be over 10 hours and procharger almost the same, radix can be done in 5-6hours). The radix is a more complete kit with everything you need. Out of the box and bolted on, I would think that the vortech and procharger fair slightly better than the radix as far as power goes, but there have seemed to be some issues with the vortech, like if you turn up the boost, you risk engine failure, primarily because of our intake design flaws and the way the air is distributed inside. I am impressed with what all 3 systems can do. Many will tell you that the radix is the more DD friendly one. All three kits can get you into the mid 12's even high 11's. The radix is just more common because the everyday average guy can bolt one on with typical tools. The vortechs require tapping the oil pan and more extensive work to install.

[Chevrolet SS]

Im not even really sure why.. but ive always been drawn toward the vortech kit... I know LS1 F-Body guys lovee the procharger but ive read they dont make nearly as much power down low as a radix (important in a heavy ass truck)

[brobradh77]

The radix has instantaneuos torque and power where the Pro Charger is kind of like a turbo in which it doesnt really start building boost until 3000 rpm or so.

[SD619SS]

The radix has instantaneuos torque and power where the Pro Charger is kind of like a turbo in which it doesnt really start building boost until 3000 rpm or so.

Thanks captain obvious j/k

[brobradh77]

Thanks captain obvious j/k

 

hey he asked..lol

[12'SROCK]

if you are looking for a blower and want lowend tq of the line, get he new KB intercooled 2.6L or 2.8L that style blower rotors (twin screw) are more efficient than the radix rotors

Edited January 22, 2008 by 12'SROCK (see edit history)

[blownchevy]

KB intercooled 2.6L or 2.8L that style blower rotors (twin screw) are more efficient than the radix rotors

according to who?

 

Call your favorite board sponsor that is an Authorized Magna Charger Dealer today and order your TVS 1900 kit.

[12'SROCK]

according to who?

 

Call your favorite board sponsor that is an Authorized Magna Charger Dealer today and order your TVS 1900 kit.

according to me since i said it.........

[blownchevy]

according to me since i said it.........

well then it must be a fact

[detjoe]

The power potential of the vortech and procharger kits are much higher like mentioned throughout the site. However, install times are almost double (vortech can be over 10 hours and procharger almost the same, radix can be done in 5-6hours). The radix is a more complete kit with everything you need. Out of the box and bolted on, I would think that the vortech and procharger fair slightly better than the radix as far as power goes, but there have seemed to be some issues with the vortech, like if you turn up the boost, you risk engine failure, primarily because of our intake design flaws and the way the air is distributed inside. I am impressed with what all 3 systems can do. Many will tell you that the radix is the more DD friendly one. All three kits can get you into the mid 12's even high 11's. The radix is just more common because the everyday average guy can bolt one on with typical tools. The vortechs require tapping the oil pan and more extensive work to install.

 

well put.

Zippy put it to me this way, get it on friday and be at the track on saturday.