How much HP does a supercharger add to a 454?

SC HELLION 454 This CBM engine is Supercharged, it puts out 900+ hp @ 6800 RPM’s and 875 ft-lbs of torque using 10lbs of boost.

Can you put a supercharger on a 454 engine?

The older 454 SS 1/2-ton Super Sport truck produced 255 hp at 4,000 rpm and some stump-pulling 405 lb-ft of torque at 2,400 rpm. Although typically considered extreme by the more conventional horsepower gurus, supercharging the engine is the biggest and fastest way to boost all-around power.

How much HP does a Whipple supercharger?

These numbers are quite impressive, but the team plans to install a Whipple supercharger. They estimate that it could produce up to 1,500 horsepower.

What is the biggest Whipple supercharger?

The biggest Whipple Supercharger available is an 8.3 liter/rev with an output of 3250 CFM and a peak rev of 12,000 RPM.

Can you put a blower on 454?

A small blower may give you that 40 percent boost in power on your nearly stock 396, but it just won’t move enough volume to give you the hoped-for results on a built 454 or 502. The bigger the engine, the smaller (percentage wise) the gain will be at a given boost level; at least until you step up to a bigger blower.

Why are superchargers called blowers?

Technically speaking, roots-type superchargers do not actually compress air internally in the supercharger; instead, they push air into the intake manifold into the engine. That is why is type of supercharger is sometimes called a “blower” rather than a compressor.

How much HP does a 2.9 L Whipple supercharger add?

Not only is this LS engine easily capable of 875 – 950+ horsepower and 850 lb-ft of torque, it is also extremely drive-able for everyday use.

Is Whipple a good supercharger?

Whipple Superchargers are by far the best selling and performing supercharger we offer here at Lethal Performance. Utilizing a twin screw design, Whipple Superchargers efficiently compress air before combustion. The result is more power with lower air temperatures.

Will a supercharger shorten the life of my engine?

Assuming a properly tuned system, proper oil change and engine maintenance, and similar driving, supercharging generally will not shorten the life of an engine, just as is the case with OEM turbocharging (with proper cooldown for turbochargers.

Can you switch a supercharger on and off?

1. The famous scene in the Mad Max film where he switches on the supercharger is commonly said to be unrealistic, but some cars have an electromagnetic supercharger clutch, which means it’s possible fit a switch that would enable you to turn them on and off.