Pro's/Con's of turbos & superchargers

[GunniApexRider]

I have a 06 stock Apex. It gets me to the powder. ya it's heavy but I'm a big boy and can handle it. every once in awhile there is a hill that i just can't make it up. most of the time its because of the fresh powder. Will a turbo or SP help make those hill's

If so what are the pros and cons of both.

thanks

clint

 

[alrevedup]

GAR, Come ride with us. You can take a lap on my Tytro. Boost is like a new world. At altitude a turbo would probably be best.
Give me a call or pm me. We are out 2/3 times per week.

 

[RX1Guy]

i like my supercharger. i hit the throttle and it goes. Already making boost. When i go through the trees if i need quick power i just hit it and it gets up and goes. no lag.

it was done by High Altitude Boost. great install

 

[Biodude]

I've been told that a turbo is better for the reason that they are not as prone to digging in and getting stuck like a supercharger would be since the power comes on more on the top end as opposed to strong right at the bottom. Does this sound legit?

 

[Snappy Sledder]

mechanic out at the shop here in town said that turbos are better for climbing. if its true or not idk. ive only ridden stock.

 

[SNOW JW]

Been on bolth when set up right they all give you great HP and are a blast.

 

[DLUX]

The biggest CON to any boost is, the permagrin!!!

 

[RACINSTATION]

^I agree. The biggest drawback to boost is that I start giggling like a little girl. We have built a bunch of supercharged Nytros and a couple Apex SCs and a few Apex Turbos. We should get turbos for Nytros in a week or two. The supercharger is not prone to dig when boondocking....it is so smooth and controlable that it's not funny. Instant boost, great bottom and mid, but the turbo will surely pull it on the top. Turbos are better for BIG chutes and wide open climbing, and I feel the superchargers are better for tight confined type riding......but I don't thing either one will leave you wishing for more.

 

[SLY]

I feel I only need more power when I lay into the throttle. Slow riding, in and out of tight areas etc I don't need any extra power. That's why I run turbos, they pull really hard when I lay into the throttle and don't quit. I've had MCX turbo Apexes and have been very happy with them. I have a Nytro with an MCX and it's awesome. I've ridden a few front mounts as well, just don't want to be messin' with fuel controllers and A/F meters. Put a turbo on your Apex and it is unlikely that you will have trouble with those hills, you just have to use sense on the big ones as it will get you where you don't need to be

 

[butch1969]

like the profile pic...ashley force...yes

 

[RX1Guy]

mechanic out at the shop here in town said that turbos are better for climbing. if its true or not idk. ive only ridden stock.

Turbos seem to do better but the blower still climbs whatever you want at half throttle.

I did race an alpine apex on my sled. i would always get the holeshot because of instant boost but at about 70mph the turbo just walked away like i was hitting the brakes

 

[aksteepndeep]

The cons are far outweighed by the pros of boost, that's why we a re paying $5000+ for a kit!
The cons are a need for higher grade fuel, not always available in remote areas. Also, they are a MOD SLED after boost. My Phazer started at -20f before boost, now it won't start at 25f without seeing a shop or heated enclosed. Once warmed up or running, hold the **** on and BE SOMEBODY!!
I would do it again, but there are a few things you give up. No matter what type, boost is better than no boost! 2c from me

 

[robertyoke]

The cons are far outweighed by the pros of boost, that's why we a re paying $5000+ for a kit!
The cons are a need for higher grade fuel, not always available in remote areas. Also, they are a MOD SLED after boost. My Phazer started at -20f before boost, now it won't start at 25f without seeing a shop or heated enclosed. Once warmed up or running, hold the **** on and BE SOMEBODY!!
I would do it again, but there are a few things you give up. No matter what type, boost is better than no boost! 2c from me

wow my mcx turboed nytro started last weekend in gunnison after sitting in a cold trailer at -33* below.
the turbos are more efficient at making power than a supercharger. so at the same power output the turbo takes less fuel. less fuel means longer rides.
also you may need new riding buddys after you boost your sled...lol
-robert

 

[GunniApexRider]

*what if any mechanical con's are there?

*will boosting this sled turn it into a maintenance pig?

*what changes from stock will be necessary, things like clutching, drivers ect ?

I'm trying to get the whole picture as to the cost and hassle factor that will be involved with boosting this sled

thanks

clint

 

[RX1Guy]

*what if any mechanical con's are there?

*will boosting this sled turn it into a maintenance pig?

*what changes from stock will be necessary, things like clutching, drivers ect ?

I'm trying to get the whole picture as to the cost and hassle factor that will be involved with boosting this sled

thanks

clint

Mechanical Cons? you just have to learn a little more about your engine and know whats up if something goes wrong.

*Maintenance? Maintenance is all in the install! My sled after i got the bad pulley problem fixed is now a turnkey sled. I had High Altitude Boost (member PwdrNut on this forum) install my supercharger because i wanted turnkey. Maintenance for me is checking my blower belts, pulleys, and oil. Checking, not fixing.


Clutching on my sled was changed a very little amount. Drivers on mine are i believe 8 tooth anti ratches for my track. Im told lots of power can eat up drivers so you might want some stronger drivers.

I think you should give a call to www.haboost.com . If they dont answer leave a message they will always call back. Anything you want to know about them, they can tell you

And about the fuel and longer rides.... The alpine turbo i rode with had an 8 gallon tank on it which some front mounts require. So fuel range isnt quite as far on a front mount without extra gas. That sled ripped though. We rode 79 miles in amazing snow. My fuel light was on and i filled 9.1 gallons the next day. i have a 10 gallon tank. The m1000 i rode with put in his extra gas i think as precaution. The bone stock apex i rode with said his gas light was on when we got back. The blower really isnt that bad on fuel! 79 miles and i rode from about 9 to 3.

 

[sledskiing]

I have a 06 stock Apex. It gets me to the powder. ya it's heavy but I'm a big boy and can handle it. every once in awhile there is a hill that i just can't make it up. most of the time its because of the fresh powder. Will a turbo or SP help make those hill's

If so what are the pros and cons of both.

thanks

clint

Contact Trey at www.haboost.com. he has a demo MCXPress Apex (Mine). Take it for a spin

Premium Fuel and gas and go. Always starts no matter how cold it is.

 

[outlaw11j]

I have a trxton and have been very happy with it. The power even at 15psi is more than I need for Cal. ridding.
With boost you need to go where you should be going not where you can. By a good avalanch beacon and go turbo. The lag is not what it use to be like on my 2 smoker. It will stand on the tail accross any whips on the trail. At least on my front mount. Alot of guys will give a different idea on what is best. All I will say is I have not had any heat issues, no broken exhaust, or anything else as of yet. Got Boost!