Powerdyne Supercharger

[scott 94 gt]

i just bought a 94 gt with a powerdyne supercharger on it im new to the supercharger deal i usually run turbos but just wondering if any one knows if the oil needs to be changed in it any help would be greatly appreciated thanks

 

[Noobz347]

I usually change SC oil ever other engine oil change. You need to find out specifically, what oil is recommended. Mine take a straight, synthetic, 50 weight oil. I've no idea what Powerdyne recommends for theirs.

 

[scott 94 gt]

ok thank you

 

[88LX5.Oh]

I have a powerdyne laying around. It's belt driven inside, not gear driven. It has sealed bearings and there is no oil. I would figure yours is just like mine

 

[scott 94 gt]

mine is a bd-10

 

[Slim Tim]

I know that the Powerdyne units aren't universally loved, but that's the one I have. Unfortunately, it munched the belt yesterday. Any input on belt selections? For what it's worth, mine is a BD-11.

 

[Noobz347]

If you know what length it is that you need, I'm a huge fan of Gator-Back belts. It drives my twin screw.

You should be able to order one up from your favorite parts store.

 

[Slim Tim]

Sorry, I should have been more specific. The Powerdyne has an internal drive belt. That belt ate itself yesterday.

 

[Noobz347]

I'm not sure that, that is a job someone can do on a simple work-bench.

Waaaaaaaaaay back when, I remember that people sent them in for rebuilds to get belts replaced.

Hopefully someone who had one of these will know and come by shortly.

Edit:

Found this though. Might be some help:
http://www.928motorsports.com/parts/competition_ultra_belt.php

Says BD-10.

 

[Slim Tim]

Guys say that it can easily be done at home, but I haven't actually done it yet, so I cannot confirm it yet. It certainly seems doable from the pics and info I've found.

 

[Slim Tim]

Thanks for the link. That's one of the belts I am considering. I'm just hoping someone has input to share that could save me a little trial and error.

 

[Gearbanger 101]

Is Powerdyne even still around anymore?

I'm pretty certain Gates makes an upgrade belt for them?

EDIT

As the matter of fact...http://www.ebay.com/itm/POWERDYNE-B...Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a9589347e&vxp=mtr

 

[Slim Tim]

I can find several belt options, I'm just hoping to get something more durable so that I can keep living it up on the good times that boost makes possible!

 

[Gearbanger 101]

I can find several belt options, I'm just hoping to get something more durable so that I can keep living it up on the good times that boost makes possible!

I think durability is limited no matter what belt you're running....hence the reason these kits went bye-bye.

Truth be told, they were never really meant to run beyond 5-6psi.

 

[Slim Tim]

As I said earlier, i know its not the ideal setup, but its the one that I own. I have to make the best of it by sourcing the strongest version of the weak link or toss it and frankly, I dig that boost!

 

[Noobz347]

Scroll down to where it says Powerdyne Rebuilds. http://www.superchargerupgrades.com/

Look at each of their rebuilds to see what they do.

It does appear that SOMEONE knows how to improve these things and make them pretty damned good.

 

[Slim Tim]

I have discovered that you can do quite a lot with them. If I can find a good belt, I would probably spend a little more to upgrade it. First, it needs to keep making boost, then I wouldn't mind sending it out for a little more love. I bought the unit used about 7 years ago. I finally got back around to working on the car and finishing up the install a couple days ago. It worked great and the car ran really well, then the belt broke. The car still runs well, but I sure miss that extra atmosphere! Hopefully with a fresh upgrade belt, it will live a little longer...

 

[Noobz347]

Try that belt in the first link. You can always worry about upgrading the blower later on.

 

[Slim Tim]

That's kinda what I'm thinking.

 

[bentley429isBAC]

Mine was well used when I got it. Ran 6 psi for a while, upped to 8 or 9 about 6 months later. Ran pretty well. Put a crank pulley on it shot up to 12 psi and it started sounding like a s trim but the belt never broke.