steven64 Posted August 21, 2012 Report Share Posted August 21, 2012 We are loooking to put a SC on our 2008 Shelby GT. Confused about options and installation. Any suggestions? It is an automatic that is factory except for some cosmetic additions. Thank you in advance.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted August 21, 2012 Report Share Posted August 21, 2012 A couple questions must be answered first. 1. Do you have a budget you are working within? 2. How do you intend to use your SGT once the SC is installed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMcGuirk Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Check this out... http://www.fordracin...tKeyField=10591 I have the same kit with a little more oomph with almost 60k miles of trouble free operation! I have never heard anyone complain about a Ford Racing Whipple kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Whipple is AWESOME.... Where ya from? There may be somebody nearby you can get a ride with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blown Away Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 The Whipple 475hp kit is great. It's what I have and have had it on for 17,000 miles. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven64 Posted August 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 As for budget, not looking to break the bank. As for intended use after the SC is installed.... not planning on racing, but feeling a little bummed that my wife's 2012 Flex with Ecoboost has more horsepower (written by the wife) Actually, just wanting to get more horsepower. The car has only about 5000 miles on it. Around town driving with a few short road trips to Indiana (shelby show) and Kentucky to see grands. More horsepower seems to be the key to my husband's heart right now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Do you want to just modify the car or preserve its heritage? If the former there are any number of aftermarket superchargers that will fit the bill. If you want to preserve your Shelby GT's heritage you would want to sent it to Vegas, get the Shelby supercharger installed, and get the Shelby GT/SC badge. At the time I had a Kenne Bell (and I was a very early '08 conversion) but now there is a Ford Racing (FRPP) Whipple option. Either will give you more scoot than you can handle. I had the Kenne Bell on both a 5-speed and automatic, and the automatic was a beast with it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Tasca or Vegas are the 2 Authorized Mod shops, I agree with the others on the Whipple, it has proven to work very well with this car. I spent a little more and went to Tasca, I wanted everything documented. You can save a little going elsewhere, but make sure you have references. I lived 30 minutes from Tasca at the time, it was an easy decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2007_Shelby_GT Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Yep, I'll chime in, again! All superchargers will fit the horsepower bill, a lot depends upon your taste and budget! If you've got the cash, I agree, send it to Shelby for the mod - Kenne-Bell, Whipple, or even Paxton, (if it's been approved for the 2008 yet). Now, I looked at a lot of options, but it was out of my price range for the Shelby trip, so that left local speed shops or DIY. After serious consideration for one of the above mentioned chargers, I went a whole different direction and opted for an Edelbrock E-Force, then installed it myself! I probably saved several thousand dollars and definitely learned a lot, not to mention getting 460 hp and 420 tq at the rear wheels! I figure this car will be worth something someday, but that will probably long after I'm to old to care or dead, and whoever gets it after me can return it to original condition without much effort... Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 All superchargers will fit the horsepower bill, a lot depends upon your taste and budget! If you've got the cash, I agree, send it to Shelby for the mod - Kenne-Bell, Whipple, or even Paxton, (if it's been approved for the 2008 yet). Paxton will never be available for '08 or later. I think they gave up on CA emissions certification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 I figure this car will be worth something someday, but that will probably long after I'm to old to care or dead, and whoever gets it after me can return it to original condition without much effort... Sam YES! Most of the blowers can be easily installed AND uninstalled. I think there are literally two hoses that would need to be purchased to put mine back to stock. Paxton will never be available for '08 or later. I think they gave up on CA emissions certification. Not available for the GT/SC, but you can buy em and install em your self OR I was told that you can get the "shelby" marked paxton from the shelby speed shop as well, just not as an official gt/sc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 There are basically four options when shopping superchargers which cover two basic designs, screw and centrifugal. 1. Whipple - Sold as a kit by Ford, very impressive looking, ~450-550hp. Screw 2. Kenne Bell - Also very impressive looking, ~550hp. Screw 3. Edelbrock E-Force - Very Stealthily in appearance, newest on the market ~460hp. Screw 4. Paxton/Vortec - Least impressive in appearance but was the SC of choice by Shelby in the '60s. Least expensive. ~400-500hp. Centrifugal. The first two can be had as an Shelby mod (SGT/SC designation) for ~$12K. From most local speed shops the first three can be had for ~$7-9k installed. The kits alone run between $5-7k depending on the options. The Paxton/Vortec will run $4-5k for the kit and you can expect up to another $1k to have it installed. You really cannot go wrong with any of them, but as has been mentioned the Paxton/Vortec may have emissions issues depending on your state's laws. The prices are an approximation. Advertised HP numbers are at the motor while most people refer to the HP at the wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pottydr Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 If you want to kick a Whipple's butt, use a strut brace and win car shows and yes I have a automatic, get a polished Kenne Bell. Go ahead, let's hear it, I have my flame proof/ fire suit on 479rwhp/405rwtq 9lb boost @6900rpm, temp 98.6 inside shop/ Tuned at AED Nor-cal, White car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven64 Posted August 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Thank you everyone! You have given us lots to consider. I will get a picture up of our car as soon as I find one. I know I have some great shots, but couldn't locate last night. I will let you know what we decide. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbymotorsports Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Paxton will never be available for '08 or later. I think they Paxton gave up on CA emissions certification. Just wanted to clarify Tony's post. CARB certification is up to Paxton/Vortech and not SAI. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 Just wanted to clarify Tony's post. CARB certification is up to Paxton/Vortech and not SAI. Steve Whatever happened to Paxton? I recall they got bought and the don't seem to have done anything new, just selling the older stuff they had already gotten through CARB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmezz Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 If you want to kick a Whipple's butt, use a strut brace and win car shows and yes I have a automatic, get a polished Kenne Bell. Go ahead, let's hear it, I have my flame proof/ fire suit on 479rwhp/405rwtq 9lb boost @6900rpm, temp 98.6 inside shop/ Tuned at AED Nor-cal, White car No flames from me, but what strut brace do you use please post pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBlueHeaven Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 No flames from me, but what strut brace do you use please post pic. The Bullit / FRPP V-6 bar fits with the Kenne Belle, I'm sure that "Dig it" has some pics of his kenne belle supercharged 08 vert SGT/SC with the bar on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Rodgers Posted August 22, 2012 Report Share Posted August 22, 2012 The Bullit / FRPP V-6 bar fits with the Kenne Belle, I'm sure that "Dig it" has some pics of his kenne belle supercharged 08 vert SGT/SC with the bar on it. Not hard to fit over that toaster. LMAO Any SC will make you grin ear to ear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbymotorsports Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Whatever happened to Paxton? I recall they got bought and the don't seem to have done anything new, just selling the older stuff they had already gotten through CARB. They're still hanging in there. Paxton released a blower kit for the Coyote motor but it too does not have a CARB number. Emission certification is costly not to mention that most folks prefer a screw s/c. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SGT Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Paxton is not certified for the 2007 either. And Paxton does NOT answer emails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnrehder Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Got a Paxton on mine! Installed it myself, no problem getting an emissions certificate either here in Georgia. Paxton will never be available for '08 or later. I think they gave up on CA emissions certification. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EL SHELBY Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Whatever happened to Paxton? I recall they got bought and the don't seem to have done anything new, just selling the older stuff they had already gotten through CARB. Paxton was purchased by Vortech some years ago. Many of their products are identical with exception of the name plates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michschi Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 There are basically four options when shopping superchargers which cover two basic designs, screw and centrifugal. 1. Whipple - Sold as a kit by Ford, very impressive looking, ~450-550hp. Screw 2. Kenne Bell - Also very impressive looking, ~550hp. Screw 3. Edelbrock E-Force - Very Stealthily in appearance, newest on the market ~460hp. Screw 4. Paxton/Vortec - Least impressive in appearance but was the SC of choice by Shelby in the '60s. Least expensive. ~400-500hp. Centrifugal. The first two can be had as an Shelby mod (SGT/SC designation) for ~$12K. From most local speed shops the first three can be had for ~$7-9k installed. The kits alone run between $5-7k depending on the options. The Paxton/Vortec will run $4-5k for the kit and you can expect up to another $1k to have it installed. You really cannot go wrong with any of them, but as has been mentioned the Paxton/Vortec may have emissions issues depending on your state's laws. The prices are an approximation. Advertised HP numbers are at the motor while most people refer to the HP at the wheels. I take offense to that comment. I think that is all a matter of opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Then you shouldn't be offended by his opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michschi Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Then you shouldn't be offended by his opinion. Then he should have wrote "IMO". It was stated as if it was a fact known by all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 IMO that's a silly comment. People on here and every site I frequent post opinions all the time that aren't prefaced by "IMO". I would assume the average enthusiast is smart enough to figure out that a statement of "this looks cooler than that" is simply opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michschi Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 IMO that's a silly comment. People on here and every site I frequent post opinions all the time that aren't prefaced by "IMO". I would assume the average enthusiast is smart enough to figure out that a statement of "this looks cooler than that" is simply opinion. Fair enough, I am just crabby because I am pretty sure I broke my wrist last night and in a lot of pain. Going to the doctor soon, hoping its just a sprain and I can get some meds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmn444 Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hope your wrist feels better. They all will be fun, the instant torque of a screw is hard to beat though IMO lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michschi Posted August 23, 2012 Report Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hope your wrist feels better. They all will be fun, the instant torque of a screw is hard to beat though IMO lol Thanks, I see what you did there. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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