hey, would anyone be able to explain what a whipple kit is, and what are some of the benefits of using that to replace the old supercharger? I'm looking into different areas to mod a gtp,and i have a question about this one. thanks guys.
Michael
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08-23-2011
hey, would anyone be able to explain what a whipple kit is, and what are some of the benefits of using that to replace the old supercharger? I'm looking into different areas to mod a gtp,and i have a question about this one. thanks guys.
Michael
08-23-2011
How about we start with you need insane cooling mods that cost more than the car is worth.
And the fact that a whipple is also worth more than the car is.
Might as well go turbo or pick a new platform.
08-23-2011
Matt, you forgot to mention how hard it is to find a whipple these days...
Originally Posted by W-Body Store
08-23-2011
i know about the cooling and all the supporting mods. I'm thinking about picking up a 6 speed GTO, or a GTP. The thing is, the GTO is around 18k, then plus mods on top of that. But you can pick up a GTP for pretty cheap and then put not close to that in mods and still achieve some good times. You see?
08-23-2011
If you got the money to whipple a GTP, you got the money to get a GTO.
08-23-2011
I know a guy that's running 11s for $2k in a GTP. No whipple.
Originally Posted by W-Body Store
08-23-2011
still modded gtp < gto anyday
so 2k for a tranny, plus 3k in mods and yay 350whp in a gtp, or having a manual and v8 in a gto?
08-23-2011
the GTO would have an sts rearmount turbo kit on it (supporting mods and all the stuff too). and i just recently thought of the whipple kit. I was thinking3.0 maybe lower for the GTP with supporting mods. and one of the main reasons i want the GTO is for stick.
08-23-2011
why would you say the turbo isn't so good? i've heard otherwise from a few people. and by the way, i love the sound of turbo. (i'm just trying to get different views)
08-23-2011
Turbo is fine, rear mount are terribly inefficient
08-23-2011
STS turbos are horrid ideas. Enough said.
08-23-2011
Oh and 12's are not fast. 12's are normal for factory cars nowadays.
08-23-2011
yeah.
GTP can do fast for cheap.
But it isn't fun.
Nor can they turn well.
Two grand into turning and you're still better off with a different platform.
08-23-2011
**** the goat, get a C5.
08-23-2011
Who needs to turn when you're drag racing?
I'd rather stick with a platform that not everybody else and their moms have, and mod something else to be faster.
Originally Posted by W-Body Store
08-23-2011
So you'd rather spend money to hit 12's instead of start there?
If you shop smart... LS1 powered F bodies can be had for the cost of a decent W body and enough mods to run 12's.
Note I'm not saying bottom barrel cars here... We all know you CAN get that mystical $500 W body that just needs a starter or a battery.
08-23-2011
I've never once complained about money when it comes to modding. Its not even a factor in my book. I ain't rich, but there's cheap ways to mod and there's expensive ways to mod with any car.
Originally Posted by W-Body Store
08-23-2011
LS2, H/C/I/Spray, some tires and some seat time...10's.
Unless you just prefer the GTP, there really is no point in going with one.
08-23-2011
parts are cheaper for a goat if you ever get in a accident.
btw GTPs are still fun to mod,
08-23-2011
rear mount turbo's aren't a good idea.
Turbo systems use the thermal energy of the exhaust to generate power so by giving it more time to cool down, thats lost power.
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