Supercharger for AWD model

teammonkeys · Post by **teammonkeys** » Mon May 26, 2003 5:56 am

Does anyone knows where i can get a supercharger or anything to make my AWD go faster?

NovaResource · Post by **NovaResource** » Mon May 26, 2003 6:45 am

Pontiac says the S/C is not for the AWD Vibe. I believe it has to do with the AWD system not being able to handle the extra torque created by the S/C. Also, the exhaust system is different from the FWD base and GT Vibes. I don't believe anybody makes an aftermarket exhaust for the AWD yet but you could always have a muffler shop swap the factory muffler with a lower restriction one.

satur9 · Post by **satur9** » Mon May 26, 2003 7:55 am

you could get a supercharger or 1zz turbo kit but youd still probably break something like the axles but then youd find the weak point so you can upgrade it and go smoke some wrxs.hope you got a fat wallet

Wrx-2-Vibe · Post by **Wrx-2-Vibe** » Mon May 26, 2003 8:28 am

Now don't get me wrong I dig my Vibe but....as a previous WRX owner:Vibe .v.s. a rex (FAT CHANCE)!!!!Oh and I plan to force feed my awd Vide!!!

teammonkeys · Post by **teammonkeys** » Mon May 26, 2003 8:36 am

Yes, I have a satelite AWD model... I saw a posting on MatrixVibe.net that Borla is looking for AWD model to proto-type an exhaust system. The posting was on Jan of 2003, so not sure if they still need it. I emailed David Borla if his company was still interested. I'll keep you guys update with Borla. I will email Thermal too.As for the Supercharger for the 1zz engine, I'm not even sure were the weak point is. It can be either of all of the drive shaft, axle, etc. How would a machanic know where the weak point(s) is/are?

satur9 · Post by **satur9** » Mon May 26, 2003 9:51 am

you gotta break a few eggs too make a omlette but if your not willing to sacrifice your car in the name of science then dont. i just dont like telling people stuff cant be done. it can be if your wlling to put forth time money and effort.people said the 2zz couldnt be forced inducted but they were wrong.

millster · Post by **millster** » Mon May 26, 2003 11:59 am

quote:As for the Supercharger for the 1zz engine, I'm not even sure were the weak point is. It can be either of all of the drive shaft, axle, etc. How would a machanic know where the weak point(s) is/are?The main weak point as it is known now is the viscous clutch on the rear drivetrain. According to Toyota and Pontiac it just wasn't designed for too much horsepower. They may just be saying that to cover themselves, but I imagine it's a costly repair to find out.

teammonkeys · Post by **teammonkeys** » Mon May 26, 2003 3:25 pm

$2000 for what?

teammonkeys · Post by **teammonkeys** » Thu May 29, 2003 10:32 am

I called Thermal and the guy that does the proto typing is busy with a big project and he won't be able to contact me for a few weeks.. Injen has also contacted me, the guy will be on vacation soon and he'll contact me when he gets back.Borla hasn't contacted me yet.

teammonkeys · Post by **teammonkeys** » Wed Jun 25, 2003 3:52 pm

no updates yet...

r1ceburner · Post by **r1ceburner** » Thu Jun 26, 2003 5:57 am

If you guys start looking around at specs on Cams and things, you can probably find out the differences between the 1zz-ge and the engine in the AWD model. Probably the main difference will be the lift/duration of the cam, and possible a smaller throttle body... but I would bet that the commonality between the 2 engines is remarkably high....Can you disable the rear clutch if it is in danger of getting fried?

satur9 · Post by **satur9** » Fri Jun 27, 2003 5:43 am

it should be the exact same engine. just with worse exhaust routing and additional rotating mass. and no you cant disable the awd unless you start removing parts.

Myself · Post by **Myself** » Sun Oct 19, 2003 2:02 am

Yeah, back in feb '02 when I got my 'Trix, the dealer said the 2zz engine had a tendency to blow up the AWD system because of torque when it hit lift, hence the combination wasn't available together. Optimism remains high that in a future model year they might be able to beef up the AWD components. I know it involves a differently shaped fuel tank, but I wonder what else would have to change, to throw AWD under my XRS.

Wrx-2-Vibe · Post by **Wrx-2-Vibe** » Sun Oct 19, 2003 8:53 pm

Yup everyones right (re: awd system failure) myrecomnedation find an old Celica All-trac and use its componets to beef it up. Another ride w/ a good center diff is the old Mazda 323 GTX. Most these parts can be gottne from rally car builders. See Vermont rally car they are awesome. FYI also new half shafts my need made (no biggy plenty of places make them).I superchared a 97 Subaru SVX and ahd to go this same sort of route. It was worth it and unquie car that scooted (if it was a 5-spd and my kids hadnot out grwon the rear seat I's have kept it).

greenfire · Post by **greenfire** » Mon Oct 20, 2003 9:31 am

I think you guys may be interested in this......... http://www.matrixvibe.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=3815

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Fri Oct 24, 2003 5:40 am

man, that site takes forever to load, too complicated! i was going to join it while this one was down, but i couldn't stand the 5 minute page load

greenfire · Post by **greenfire** » Fri Oct 24, 2003 8:57 am

I just clicked on it now and it loaded in 16 seconds.

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Mon Oct 27, 2003 12:40 am

that's too long for me. i didn't mean 5 minutes literally. i like this one because the text will load first and you can read while the pictures still load. since i am at work, i need to be as quick as possible since i do this in between actually woriking.

joatmon · Post by **joatmon** » Mon Oct 27, 2003 1:01 am

Thanks for the link. Good pictures. SC and CAI on AWD XR? pretty awesome Do you plan to get a dyno run?It will be interesting to see how the AWD holds up with the boosted engine. Keep us posted.Sucks about the lady that plowed into you. Are you back on the road with it yet?Is this you?

drunkenmaxx · Post by **drunkenmaxx** » Mon Oct 27, 2003 1:25 am

i would love to see a video of that baby doing the AWD doughnut!

greenfire · Post by **greenfire** » Mon Oct 27, 2003 9:07 am

Yes thats me in the pic. I have to find a 4wd dyno in order to get a dyno. Also Id be interested to see what my 1/4 mile times are. The exhaust is very restrictive and limits some power...needs to be opened up.Hopefully Ill be back on the road bye the end of the week or early next week.

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