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Old Jul 15, 2004 | 09:08 AM
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Well just wondering what you guys think between a Kenne Bell or a Radix. Which one will make more power ive been looking at both but just wanted to get some other opinions on it. I know the Kenne Bell is cheaper than the radix but id rather spend more money if the Radix is better.

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Old Jul 15, 2004 | 09:59 AM
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I know the Radix is a more complete kit. And for ease of installation the Radix is better as well. The KB has its advantages too. The blower itself, is more efficient, but the overall kit is less complete. And of course the Radix is intercooled, not sure if the KB is yet..
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Old Jul 15, 2004 | 10:10 AM
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nope the kb isn't yet. I have heard alot of bad things about the customer service from kb and problems. Radix is the only way to go if you want dependability and great performance.
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Old Jul 15, 2004 | 10:48 AM
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If youre dead set on a supercharger, Id definately go with a Radix.
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Old Jul 15, 2004 | 10:52 AM
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I'm unsure about the efficiency differences, but the Radix claims to be more efficient than the regular Roots type.....

"blower rotors are twisted 60* to form a helix. The two counter rotating rotors have 3 lobes which intermesh during operation. This arrangement improves the adiabatic efficiency over tradistional Roots superchargers and gives instant throttle response."
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