Whipple (AutoRotor) Compressor

[Samuel Weatherby]

I hear the can generate excess heat at high RPM's, not sure what was
meant by high.
I know in the Mustang Cobra's it doesn't do good up in there powerband,
which is 4500rpm.
>From what I have heard these are ideal for your applications. My
Lightning will get a Vortech. Gotta do something to keep up with the
Ford Thunderbolts. 454 SS's on the other hand, well let's just say it's
not a problem.
Later,
				-srw

Sam Weatherby SamW at selfserve.net
'70 Grabber Sportsroof Mustang  302
'93 F-150 Lightning 351W  GT-40 K&N


>-----Original Message-----
>From:	Atkinson, David [SMTP:DATKINSO at COSMPDGATE.CO.SYMBIOS.COM]
>Sent:	Tuesday, May 20, 1997 2:55 PM
>To:	'EFI'
>Subject:	Whipple (AutoRotor) Compressor
>
>
>Hey all!
>
>I'm considering adding a Whipple supercharger to my
>TEC-II controlled 454.  Anybody out there had experience
>with this blower?  I'm interested in the pitfalls, longevity,
>etc.  I know this is a bit off-topic but I'm sure I'll run into
>a few EFI issues along the way.  The first part is to find
>some 50Lb/hr injectors to replace my current 38Lb/hr
>ones and procure a 2-bar MAP sensor.
>
>I've done a bit of research and everybody seems to have
>a different opinion on this Whipple compressor - some say
>it's great for producing boost at low RPM (which is what I'm
>looking for since this motor is in a big, heavy '57 chevy
>4WD that often sees trail use).  Others hate it, but don't
>seem to have any real reason for their conclusion.  Any
>input would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Dave
>
>p.s. At least my "low-revving" V8 will no longer be "Stifled",
>eh Fred?  (Big Grin)