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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 06:28 PM
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Ive got an automatic tc, w/ a few mods, and i was looking into buying the s/c.
I've heard from outside sources that it is, and some say that it isnt (worth buying). I know its not going to increase hp that much. Just wondering if anyone has the s/c on an automatic tc, and what they think of it??
btw already searched and didn't find anything useful.
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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 06:45 PM
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Well, it will give you up to 25% increas in HP so it's up to you whether or not it's worth it.

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Old Aug 25, 2008 | 10:15 PM
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thankx ken, i appreciate the info,
does anybody here have the supercharger on an auto?
Old Aug 25, 2008 | 10:38 PM
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browndogg used to have a s/c on his auto, drop him a PM.
Old Aug 25, 2008 | 11:22 PM
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aight thankx beedee
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I have an auto and s/c..I think it is worth in fact do it!
Old Aug 25, 2008 | 11:30 PM
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i have a s/c on my 06 auto and i think its worth it. it def. wakes up the auto. the fastest i had mine was 15.32 in the 1/4 and i was pretty much stock. when it was just an intake and exhaust, i had it at 16.2 so i was pretty happy with the addition of the s/c.
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cool thankx guys, i think ima do it!!
Old Aug 26, 2008 | 02:18 AM
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Good you will be happy just the buy sport 110 valve....its worth every penny!
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cool sounds good
Old Aug 26, 2008 | 02:47 AM
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A guy on our Team has it on his Auto and his car is much faster than any of ours with IHEP mods........much faster.......we can barely keep up.....and he now has a blow off and it sounds even better when he shifts.
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well i have an automatic so i think tryin to put a blowoff on mine would b pointless... lol thankx for ur input though
Old Aug 26, 2008 | 03:41 AM
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dont have a auto but i think it's worth it. i have a 5 speed and it does make driving a bit more fun. if i were you i would consider putting on header and s pipe before the s/c. it will give you alittle more hp on top of the s/c. trust me you dont want to add header after the s/c is installed. it will be a PITA to put it on after. good luck boosting.
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ah good advise cmv138!!! thank you
Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:38 AM
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will the dealer that installs the s/c frown on an individual who brings their tC in for the install if they have aftermarker headers? might want to look into that as well.
Old Aug 26, 2008 | 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by beedee
will the dealer that installs the s/c frown on an individual who brings their tC in for the install if they have aftermarker headers? might want to look into that as well.
A dealer will install anything because its work and money to them. They could care less whats on it.
Old Aug 27, 2008 | 03:28 AM
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nah dont do it.....

but make sure you ask around from people local to you to find out which dealership has had the most experience with installing the s/c.
Old Aug 27, 2008 | 06:26 PM
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thankx for the info romney
Old Aug 27, 2008 | 11:43 PM
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Default Re: 2007 tC CSM auto s/c

Originally Posted by romney
Unlike the manual, the auto s/c is full bore all the time. That's why you pay the 50 bucks to remap the MAF sensor.
what you mean by that?
Old Aug 28, 2008 | 12:40 AM
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I have a s/c auto tc.If you put the s/c on stock its kinda boring.At least get the bypass valve to wake it up a little.My set up is getting kinda wild now and my cars pretty quick for a four cylinder.



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