supercharger

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Asked by Rodney Dec 02, 2009 at 03:47 PM about the Saturn Astra

Question type: Car Customization

does GM make a make a factory supercharger for the 1.8l that is in my Astra XR, so warranty doesn't get voided

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if GM did produce an aftermarket engine mod it would be a turbo for the astra and secondly the engine without strengthening mods can't handle more than 3 psi of boost, and even then the clutch will need to be replaced often

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I think I read someplace that the engine can hold more than 3 PSI, in fact most engines can hold more than that just because the manufacturers design and tune engines to be more fuel efficient for today's trends. I have heard rather good reviews on the 1.8L Ecotec Family 1 engine that is in this Vehicle. I do believe that a bolt on S/C will be available at some point, mostly because I want one as well just because I feel the low end power is rather poor. I wouldn't mind a turbo but that takes way more effort to install than a S/C Cheers :)

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the 2008 saturn astra can support up to 10 psi without needing strengthening mods as you put it.

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I have my 2008 Saturn Astra Xr 1.8l 3 door hatchback and im lookin to put a supercharger on it! any recommendations for where to buy it from?

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