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Merc Racing Supercharger build last updated 11/04/24

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#1 · (Edited)
Is there any way in hell a supercharger for the K20Z3 could fit our Element with some fabrication? I have read that the k20 intake manifold mounts are nearly identical to those on the k24 block manifolds. Can anyone attest to this?





I keep looking for a supercharger for the Element, hoping someday I will find one. Like a used Jackson Racing supercharger or Comptech header that has been discontinued.... it must be out there... somewhere...

I wish, I wish upon a star...
 
#199 ·
So quick update. I was having many challenges with getting ready for another dyno run. The issues included wrong size pulleys and belts for my custom supercharger setup along with a failing belt tensioner. So, I unfortunately had to cancel my dyno session planned for 10/23. I will be working on getting everything lined up and ready for a rescheduled dyno trip when appropriate in the next few months. Having young kids and recently my in-laws staying in the house has been a lot to deal with. I will keep you all updated.

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#200 ·
So quick update. I was having many challenges with getting ready for another dyno run. The issues included wrong size pulleys and belts for my custom supercharger setup along with a failing belt tensioner. So, I unfortunately had to cancel my dyno session planned for 10/23. I will be working on getting everything lined up and ready for a rescheduled dyno trip when appropriate in the next few months. Having young kids and recently my in-laws staying in the house has been a lot to deal with. I will keep you all updated.

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Life has a way of setting our schedules … that tensioner is tight to get to but possible.
 
#201 · (Edited)
So wanted to update the forum since it has been about a year. The stock auto transmission could not take all the SC power and failed. I have since had the transmission rebuilt by Level 10 performance transmission shop in NJ. I also replaced the MR TVS 900 supercharger adapter plate (with an updated version) so I can now use the Merc Racing PS bracket. I also upgraded my alternator with a red Mechman brand alternator, and changed my PS pulley to a smaller black billet version. I finally have the right size 7 rib belt on and my setup is singing like sewing machine. I couldn’t be happier!



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#211 ·
I just read every single post from the beginning and now I’m dying to do this. I’m going for an offroad/overlanding build so the extra power would definitely help with the extra weight. I was worried about the automatic transmission though, I’m in a wheelchair so it has to be automatic, but I see that hasn’t been a problem for this insane build!
 
#215 ·
I put the wavetrac lsd in mine. MT AWD. Starting NA to get her running. Then gonna supercharge. Picking up a Skunk2 Ultra Street Intake Manifold today lol I’ll sell it when I buy the charger. But I’m shooting for about 260whp and I’m guessing 185 or so torque NA which is pretty sweet for the K.