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I got it all installed today .It took just under 5 hours from start to finish.It was relatively easy to do.The hardest part of the install was the crank pulley bolt-which is torqued to 150lbs and removing all the electrical tape for the wiring harness and reading the instructions.Here's a pic of the intake off,another,This pic is after the TRD "Camry V6" thermostat install,This one is with the supercharger installed and adding some Toyota coolant,and another side view,notice the neat wire routing as the harness is run threw here to the firewall.This is it totally installed and working great,looks sexy,I had to use the stock air box(I'm not to happy about)but it does come with a cold air extension tube,so it simulates a CAI with the stock air box.The only problem I had was the bracket for the cold air tube,the bracket did not line up properly.So I will have to drill to make it fit.I am also undecided about cutting the black engine cover.I'm exploring my options on something else to use.Wuhoo,all done.The power increase is really noticeable and smooth.The whine of the s/c is like music to my ears.I am glad I did it myself,as I see the benefits two fold.Don't be scared to tackle this because if I could do it,so can you.

Awesome, Kevin! Looks great! Glad I could help you out! We will expect some videos at some point, you know!

That vibe is bad a$$...love it.....the paint and those rims just rock dude.now you have some power to go with the look.just sweet!

I Smell a rice eater.... nicely done

Dude, your very own blown HEMI, awesome.

Good job!

Very nice. no use for the CAI now or the unichip.

sweet and nice pics!! let us know how you like it after a week or so.

I just got the big from the wife.It put a big smile on her face.She loves the extra power.She even did a sweet burn-out.It lays a nice patch of rubber down.Can't wait till the ecu kicks in all the way.

wonder...i should go look at 1/4 mile time slips of before after of the SC on the 1zz with stock parts.....

great job, kev! hopefully we can have a mini meet while we're in TO in Aug. would love to take a ride in the car! and only 5 hrs? that's awesome!

good job kev! haha I'm jealous

Looks awesome! You've got one sweet Vibe!

hey kEv..congrats man....I see a drag coming...lol...

Quote, originally posted by BLAQJAQ »hey kEv..congrats man....I see a drag coming...lol...Yeah,no more zooming past me.Once I get the engine management sorted out.I might kick your (removed).lol

Drooling... I'm jealous! Looks sweet and I'm sure it is much nicer now to drive.

hey kevi begiinning to think you ignorin me..i sent A couple IM no reply

I sent both of them back.Do a refresh,or log out and back on.I sent them.

Sorry I'm late to the party!But I bought some beer! Welcome to the club!

All this talk of superchargers is making me thirsty for f/i. Yesterday it became official. I am not spending money on any frivolous items until I have a supercharger under my hood. I even made a little chart so I can track my savings. The quest for the supercharger begins!

good luck...

so can I talk you into giving the wife and I a ride in aug when we're down in Woodstock for a wedding? actually not sure where the wedding will be held exactly...looks good, bet its faster now huh

Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »so can I talk you into giving the wife and I a ride in aug when we're down in Woodstock for a wedding? actually not sure where the wedding will be held exactly...looks good, bet its faster now huhYou don't even have to ask that.I will even let you and Hope take it for a spin.

Quote, originally posted by kevera »I will even let you and Hope take it for a spin. ... and it was never seen again haha

Quote, originally posted by ANO_Vibe »... and it was never seen again hahalol yeah... trust me I'm not about to drive the alcan for a while. It will be returned.

Quote, originally posted by Mavrik »lol yeah... trust me I'm not about to drive the alcan for a while. It will be returned. with certainty! LOL. and of course, Kev, you ever make it up to Anchorage, just let us know. should have our spare room set up by then... we'll take you out for a spin in the subes.

Sweet! Good job! Looks great! I would have stuck with GM parts too if I did it!Next is to get it Dyno'ed! I just got one of my cars Dyno'ed, pretty cool thing to do too! $75 for three pulls...

wow! $75?? there is a 2wd dyno here and he does 3 pulls for $100. i can't use it since i'm awd.

Yeah $75! I was quoted $500 for a tune and pulls from another place. I said no way and then a friend told be about this place. I thought of you because the place did not have an AWD dyno. My Corvette is making 330 HP and 340 Lbs Tq. at the rear wheels! They assume the engine is 380 HP. I am happy with those numbers!

so can i go for a ride too Kev..i just saw ya an no offer?sup wit that..lol

Quote, originally posted by MiVibe-ToolGuy »Yeah $75! I was quoted $500 for a tune and pulls from another place. I said no way and then a friend told be about this place. I thought of you because the place did not have an AWD dyno. My Corvette is making 330 HP and 340 Lbs Tq. at the rear wheels! They assume the engine is 380 HP. I am happy with those numbers! i wish! nice numbers for sure. and doesn't take much to jump those up to something.Kev, if you can find a reputable tuner, i would highly recommend it. just make sure you don't heat soak the car prior to dynotuning. let it cool down and breathe.

Quote, originally posted by BLAQJAQ »so can i go for a ride too Kev..i just saw ya an no offer?sup wit that..lolI never got a ride in your beast yet either.I just got the water injection today.I have to get the unichip sold so I can buy one for a s/c.Then I will get it all tuned and see how much this baby puts out.

Where can I find a supercharger for my 2007 Vibe? I saw a used one that came off from a 2005 Vibe. Would that fit and is it recommended to use a used one?Thanks!

Water injection, what did you get for water injection?? Very interested... And congrats on your new power... but you know, with power, comes responsibility...

how much and where did you get w/i

What HP gains do you estimate you achieved? Also, do you mind sharing the cost of the parts? I'm assuming that is aftermarket, and not provided by GM performance. Also, that would probably be something you want to do AFTER warranty has expired no doubt?

Quote, originally posted by BLAQJAQ »how much and where did you get w/iI picked it up from IamConfused from MO.It's a snow stage 2 w/i kit.Brand new too.Just lots of wire to run.It can go on the intake or in the s/c.I'll have to figure out how to tune as I go..Quote, originally posted by pureharm »What HP gains do you estimate you achieved? Also, do you mind sharing the cost of the parts? I'm assuming that is aftermarket, and not provided by GM performance. Also, that would probably be something you want to do AFTER warranty has expired no doubt? Wow,you ask a lot of questions.Hp wise ,don't know.No-Turned out cheaper than expected-wuhoo.It's a GM badged trd s/c ,brand new.It's up to you,I still have a year powertrain warranty left,but that's probably gone south now,Oh well.Cheers

Your warranty is only good if the dealer installed it, trust me I know, I replaced my engine myself after they refused to warranty a snapped rod! Ask anyone here or search my posts.

Quote, originally posted by damronjr »Your warranty is only good if the dealer installed it, trust me I know, I replaced my engine myself after they refused to warranty a snapped rod! Ask anyone here or search my posts.True Story!

Still waiting for the vids, BTW!

Quote, originally posted by damronjr »Your warranty is only good if the dealer installed it, trust me I know, I replaced my engine myself after they refused to warranty a snapped rod! Ask anyone here or search my posts.I remember,that's why it took so long to go s/c.It freaked me out a bit.I installed it myself,so snookered on that one.What are you running as a piggyback,turd etc....Quote, originally posted by damronjr »Still waiting for the vids, BTW! I don't have a camera to take Vids.

u have a SC but no camera, this is a sad day at genvibe

Quote, originally posted by manicdan »u have a SC but no camera, this is a sad day at genvibeToo true! lolQuote, originally posted by kevera »What are you running as a piggyback,turd etc....GM (TRD). I have a Split Second AIC1 that I have had for a long time now, but haven't had the time or $ to get it tuned.

oh man... this is getting emabarassing.. sitting here, and my supercharger is in the box right next to me... Soooo want to install it, but so flippin scared about f'n up the engine (trust me, if there is a way, and even if there isn't, i will find it).

Quote, originally posted by lil red wagon »oh man... this is getting emabarassing.. sitting here, and my supercharger is in the box right next to me... Soooo want to install it, but so flippin scared about f'n up the engine (trust me, if there is a way, and even if there isn't, i will find it). JUST DO IT! lol I don't know if you planned to do the install yourself or what, but I can get you in contact with the guywho helped me install mine. He will probably do it for 1/4 of the price you would pay someone else to do it, and he's done quite a few of them!

well, took a side job on a fishing boat to see if i can get some extra money to pay for an instal and dyno... heres hopin...

Quote, originally posted by lil red wagon »oh man... this is getting emabarassing.. sitting here, and my supercharger is in the box right next to me... Soooo want to install it, but so flippin scared about f'n up the engine (trust me, if there is a way, and even if there isn't, i will find it). Dude,you never installed that s/c yet.You should have sold it to me at the time.The longer it sits in the box,it will turn to Jello.It's not that hard to install.Read the instructions over and over---then do it.Or drive up to Canada,and I'll help you.

Hey, what kind of gas mileage are you getting now with the s/c?

Not bad,if you drive normal.If you punch it all the time,the needle will drop.Average is 27-30 range.I'm not worried about gas mileage on the Vibe though,I don't drive it all the time.

Quote, originally posted by Mr. Joe »Hey, what kind of gas mileage are you getting now with the s/c?I avg about 18mpg, so what does that tell ya! I also already snapped a rod in 1 engine with it!