Supercharging 2004 5.3L 'Burb

[DMAX Daddy]

Okay read all the supercharging posts over the last year, just want to confirm the Magna-Charger/Radix is the way to go for a 2004 5.3L.

 

It doesnt hurt that their shop is 2 miles from my house, either!

 

TIA

[juiced01s10]

radix is the way to go but if you plan to upgrade the motor and run more then 12psi the blower isn't good anymore. my boss has a whipple on his avalanche and it moves. but the radix electronics are much better

[DMAX Daddy]

Nah, Im looking for something to give the Suburban just enough guts to get ouyt of its own way, nothing more.

[blownchevy]

Nah, Im looking for something to give the Suburban just enough guts to get ouyt of its own way, nothing more.

 

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The Radix will be the way to go for you! But dont let the others fool ya, the Radix is capable of more that you think.

[tbyrne]

The Radix can send about an extra 130hp to your rear wheels. That will make a very noticeable difference in your Suburban's performance. This system will also give you room to grow

[DMAX Daddy]

What about the Vortech? My neighbor's brother owns a Speed Shop and recommended them. Havent read much on them.

 

If I decide to do it myself Tom might be getting a call.

 

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I think I'm going to stick with the Magnuson/Radix.

[tbyrne]

What about the Vortech?  My neighbor's brother owns a Speed Shop and recommended them.  Havent read much on them.

 

If I decide to do it myself Tom might be getting a call. 

 

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I think I'm going to stick with the Magnuson/Radix.

 

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Vortech makes a nice system but their non-Aftercooled kit is only good for about 100hp. The Magnuson will also provide more power in the lower RPM range.

[dcairns]

Get the Radix. It has the low end kick to get that heavy Burb going.

[DMAX Daddy]

While I am at it, should I add headers and a shift kit? WIfe decided shes getting a new 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring, so she gave me a little more cash to play with.

[03silverado5.3]

While I am at it, should I add headers and a shift kit?  WIfe decided shes getting a new 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring, so she gave me a little more cash to play with. 

 

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The mods in my sig is what I"ve don to prepare for a Radix S/C plus a trans cooler and 3.90 gears.

[boomer 33]

You need to check out Joe Gibbs web site. They are doing deals WITH GM and offering a waranty. Their system has a completely different intake system, bigger injectors. GM engineers worked with them on the Computer mods etc. I would get one myself but they don't make it for the 8.1 Saw one being installed on a SSR 5.3 by the Chevy dealer! FYI, more fodder for decision making

[DMAX Daddy]

Thanks Boomer! Dealer 2 hours away with a good deal and a great warranty!

 

I will have Gibbs power, now just to watch out for Robby Gordon!