997.2 Supercharger by VF Engineering
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997.2 Supercharger by VF Engineering
After a hyper successful release in the end of July for our new
supercharger for the 997.2 models, we're finally back at the
point where we have systems in stock and ready to ship!
We hope to use this thread as a way to share information about
the new system, which will include specs, photos/video, and
dyno plots demonstrating the increase in power.
Please feel free to ask any questions you may have below, and if
you were one of the lucky bunch who have already taken delivery,
please feel free to post your reviews below!
As some of you know, the late release of the 997.2 supercharger
variant was dramatically delayed as it required a nearly complete
redesign as compared to the 997.1 version. We worked very closely
with Vortech on a new volute housing for the V3 SI-Trim blower that
is specific to our Porsche supercharger systems.
This new design was made possible though in-house 3D scanning
and printing to come up with a rapid prototype. That prototype was
sent to Vortech for validation before being approved and set up for
full production.
variant was dramatically delayed as it required a nearly complete
redesign as compared to the 997.1 version. We worked very closely
with Vortech on a new volute housing for the V3 SI-Trim blower that
is specific to our Porsche supercharger systems.
This new design was made possible though in-house 3D scanning
and printing to come up with a rapid prototype. That prototype was
sent to Vortech for validation before being approved and set up for
full production.
After almost immediately selling out of the first production run, we
submitted a re-order which has just arrived in time for the holiday
season. New orders will ship within 24 - 48 hours, and may even be
in stock right now at an Authorized VF Engineering dealer near you.
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Interesting setup and the numbers are impressive - a few questions:
- How many are installed that were part of the sold out first run and how many miles have been logged on them? Are any Rennlist member cars where you can link us to threads on those owners installs and experiences?
- How are you lowering the compression of the NA motor to make it a good candidate for forced induction?
- Any knock sensors for destination that will retard timing or pull boost?
- I assume the sensor in the large black box is where you're pulling intake air temp from to feed to the DME or is that something else?
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Interesting setup and the numbers are impressive - a few questions:
- How many are installed that were part of the sold out first run and how many miles have been logged on them? Are any Rennlist member cars where you can link us to threads on those owners installs and experiences?
- How are you lowering the compression of the NA motor to make it a good candidate for forced induction?
- Any knock sensors for destination that will retard timing or pull boost?
- I assume the sensor in the large black box is where you're pulling intake air temp from to feed to the DME or is that something else?
1. The first production run for 997.2 was 6 total systems.
The plan was to wait until they were all installed so we can
take any feedback we receive and make necessary changes
to the packaging, installation manual, etc...
Keep in mind that this system is just a generational change
from the previous model, and the "redesign" was to provide
adequate clearances for the engine cover. It follows the same
design principals of the previous 996 and 997.1 applications
which we have sold hundreds of systems for.
2. The system was designed to be a direct bolt on upgrade, on
the stock bottom end. It runs a relatively low boost pressure
so there is no need to lower the compression ratio. At roughly
5.5 - 6 psi the dynamic compression is such that it offers a
generous bump in power, without compromising reliability.
3. The ECU software maintains all of the factory safeguards
and functionality including knock detection to ensure proper
adaptation and correction when operation conditions may not
be optimal.
4. The "large black box" to the right of the supercharger is an
air-to-water intercooler. The sensor you are referring to is indeed
the factory IAT sensor.
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Hey VF,
I'm interested on this kit for my 997.1 project.
Quote me a price on my email jdm_virus85@hotmail.com.
Thanks
Josh J
I'm interested on this kit for my 997.1 project.
Quote me a price on my email jdm_virus85@hotmail.com.
Thanks
Josh J
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I have had this SC in my 997.1 for a very long time (I think I was one of the first 5), I have not had any issues (though I do need a need air filter), but I own a lot of cars and I do not drive any of them that much. I have been very pleased with the results.
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That's a no-brainer. For the same money, upgrade to a TT. Better resale potential, more serviceable, etc.
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Don't get me wrong, I love supercharged cars. My 997 is RUF supercharged and my 928 Spyder by 928MS, but it has to be done right and you have yo realize that a lot if people won't touch a used, modified car, with RUF and TechArt being a couple of the exceptions to that rule, actually adding value and collectability.
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We've actually got a customer in Texas that we might be able to connect
you with! (we know it's a big state, so feel free to PM your zip code)
He was over the moon with his system, and has quite a bit of aftermrket
experience with other brands.
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997.2 supercharger referral
Still hoping to hear from you guys... I’ve called and was told I would get a return call back twice and emailed as well that I’ve been ready to buy the kit just that I had a couple of other questions and hoped to talk to someone who has one/see a video etc
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We've actually got a customer in Texas that we might be able to connect
you with! (we know it's a big state, so feel free to PM your zip code)
He was over the moon with his system, and has quite a bit of aftermrket
experience with other brands.
Still hoping to hear from you guys... I’ve called and was told I would get a return call back twice and emailed as well that I’ve been ready to buy the kit just that I had a couple of other questions and hoped to talk to someone who has one/see a video etc
thanks
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I have no personal experience with VF, but as a general rule, if you're getting this kind of response when you're trying to give them money, imagine how great its going to be when you have a problem and are going to be costing them money.
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VF-E makes a great kit- I had one of their very first.
I found that their kit did not produce the 6.0 psi boost advertised, and I thoroughly tested it at the throttle body, so I used a smaller pulley, which required one other small adjustment that I won't share here to further "trick" the ECU.
The power and performance were addictive.
However, and I am not directly implicating the SC, but my engine exploded while running their SC. Here are a couple of photos of the shrapnel. There were a pair of fist-sized holes punched through the block.
Other than that, how was the play Mrs. Lincoln?
That said, if VF-E were to contact me and offer me a deal on their update kit I would gladly do it again, and would in fact produce a professional quality video of the installation process.
CATTMAN
I found that their kit did not produce the 6.0 psi boost advertised, and I thoroughly tested it at the throttle body, so I used a smaller pulley, which required one other small adjustment that I won't share here to further "trick" the ECU.
The power and performance were addictive.
However, and I am not directly implicating the SC, but my engine exploded while running their SC. Here are a couple of photos of the shrapnel. There were a pair of fist-sized holes punched through the block.
Other than that, how was the play Mrs. Lincoln?
That said, if VF-E were to contact me and offer me a deal on their update kit I would gladly do it again, and would in fact produce a professional quality video of the installation process.
CATTMAN