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The suoercharger comes on the Vibe GT with a six speed manual transmission. Has there been a determination or experience that the automatic tranny cannot properly support the power of the S/C?I'm just wondering why they would not offer the S/C with the auto tranny and only with the 6 speed. I'd like to know if any GM techs or S/C owners with auto tranny's have any feedback on this question.Also on the installation of the S/C - why do you have to replace the bolt to the crankshaft?Thanks,Alex

There is NO supercharger on the GT. The GT has a higher compression ratio, making it a high output, more powerful, engine by design.The supercharger is available for the 1ZZ engine on the Base Vibe with either transmission. It is not certified by GM for install on an AWD model, though some matrix owners have sucessfully done so.As to why the crankshaft bolt gets replaced, I haven't a clue. Too technical for me!

Quote, originally posted by fuente2000 »The suoercharger comes on the Vibe GT with a six speed manual transmission. Has there been a determination or experience that the automatic tranny cannot properly support the power of the S/C?I'm just wondering why they would not offer the S/C with the auto tranny and only with the 6 speed. I'd like to know if any GM techs or S/C owners with auto tranny's have any feedback on this question.Also on the installation of the S/C - why do you have to replace the bolt to the crankshaft?Thanks,AlexQuote »Supercharger KitThe Vibe supercharger kit includes an Eaton Roots-type blower that feeds the 1.8L engine with 7.5 lbs. of boost, increasing horsepower up to 30%, pushing the power numbers as high as 170hp at 6,800 rpm. Torque is boosted up to 18% v. stock trim and propels the Vibe to 150lb.ft. at 4,600 rpm. The GM Performance Parts supercharger kit is factory engineered and extensively tested to rigorous GM standards on performance and durability. Not applicable for base Vibe with manual transmission, Vibe GT, and Vibe AWD models. Additional Information at GM Performance Parts Installation Instructions(PDF)That is from the gm buy power acessory page for the pontiac vibe.

Quote, originally posted by vibepa »That is from the gm buy power acessory page for the pontiac vibe. also see this*Application for the base Vibe with automatic transmission (MU4) only. Not applicable for base Vibe with manual transmission, Vibe GT, and Vibe AWD models.http://www.gmgoodwrench.com/gm...on=pp

Quote, originally posted by wicked1981 »Not applicable for base Vibe with manual transmissionThe Supercharger is now available for the Base Vibe w/ 5-speed manual transmission.Manual Supercharger Part Number: 12499105http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=9923

supposedly your adding a extra load on the belt system and it revs a little higher than stock. a little added protection

Quote, originally posted by NSimkins »The Supercharger is now available for the Base Vibe w/ 5-speed manual transmission.Manual Supercharger Part Number: 12499105http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=9923GM must have been waiting to call my bluff... HAHA too late for them I finally have a real F/I car and am loving every minute of it... Installed a Omori boost gauge in my 20th this weekend, and I grin everytime I watch it go up over 10psi... Pete

I hear ya Pete. I love watching my boost gauge fill up then going into warp speed when that turbo kicks in

I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe w/ a new engine and a automatic transmission w/ 93000 miles on it. would it be ok to use the supercharger AFTER the engine is broken in?
morbidferret.

MorbidFerret wrote:I have a 2003 Pontiac Vibe w/ a new engine and a automatic transmission w/ 93000 miles on it. would it be ok to use the supercharger AFTER the engine is broken in?
morbidferret.

Please make a note of the original post dates of this thread.
The GM/TRD supercharger has been discontinued for quite some time. Used ones are available, but they are becoming more and more rare.

To answer your question: Yes, it is okay to put a supercharger on your car. The transmission will handle the power, as long as it's been maintained properly (normal fluid changes) and the clutches are in good shape.

Thanx SeattleJeremy, now i can start my search for one.

Did you ever find one? How'd it go?