Ess supercharger

InControl · 10-02-2014, 06:22 PM

Roman and ESS Inc.,

An opportunity is knocking around the door. To make things right, I propose first hundred sc units be discounted to $4000 exclusively available to bimmer forum members as a symbol of respect and appreciation of each members interest, persistence and patience for this product.

alexwhittemore · 10-02-2014, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by InControl

Roman and ESS Inc.,

An opportunity is knocking around the door. To make things right, I propose first hundred sc units be discounted to $4000 exclusively available to bimmer forum members as a symbol of respect and appreciation of each members interest, persistence and patience for this product.

hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

1QuikWS6 · 10-02-2014, 06:30 PM

I would love to see the installation manual for this prior to buying - just to know what all is involved.

Any chance of that?

houbmw · 10-02-2014, 06:39 PM

I guess in this fast-paced society everybody wants things NOW!!!

ESS, please take your time and make sure that my car does not blow up lol. I am sure the wait will be well worth it!

alexwhittemore · 10-02-2014, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by houbmw

ESS, please take your time and make sure that my car does not blow up lol. I am sure the wait will be well worth it!

For that matter, I'll wait even longer for CARB approval

InControl · 10-02-2014, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by InControl

Roman and ESS Inc.,

An opportunity is knocking around the door. To make things right, I propose first hundred sc units be discounted to $4000 exclusively available to bimmer forum members as a symbol of respect and appreciation of each members interest, persistence and patience for this product.

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Originally Posted by alexwhittemore

hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

It's certainly doable. Incentives are a great way to get things back on track

alexwhittemore · 10-02-2014, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by InControl

It's certainly doable. Incentives are a great way to get things back on track

Look, if you want to venmo me 100 grand, I'll give you my address happily.

InControl · 10-02-2014, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by alexwhittemore

Look, if you want to venmo me 100 grand, I'll give you my address happily.

I'd be happy to venmo you a few bucks once you put down a 400 grand deposit on my summer cabin.

alexwhittemore · 10-02-2014, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by InControl

I'd be happy to venmo you a few bucks once you put down a 400 grand deposit on my summer cabin.

I think you're missing my point.

InControl · 10-02-2014, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by alexwhittemore

I think you're missing my point.

I don't think you gave a point. Regardless let's keep this an ESS thread

bernard54321 · 10-02-2014, 09:19 PM

Lmao tbh i dont think they are even following this thread. I think they come on once a month and give an update hahaha

Thats okay though

keep em focused on the sc...

And i +1 on seeing the installation guide prior to buying, to see if it is do-able in a home garage

SDemetris · 10-02-2014, 09:21 PM

Thing i am worried about most is our belt tensioner. Theyre known to fail. Pretty sure mine is on its way out. I would like to see an improved tensioner come with the kit

bernard54321 · 10-02-2014, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by SDemetris

Thing i am worried about most is our belt tensioner. Theyre known to fail. Pretty sure mine is on its way out. I would like to see an improved tensioner come with the kit

Wishful but possible thinking

InControl · 10-02-2014, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by SDemetris

Thing i am worried about most is our belt tensioner. Theyre known to fail. Pretty sure mine is on its way out. I would like to see an improved tensioner come with the kit

They need to be watched. How many miles on the belt?

SDemetris · 10-02-2014, 10:01 PM

Mine? 68k about. I just notice it squeeks on cold start and that usually means the belt isnt tensioned properly

InControl · 10-02-2014, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by SDemetris

Mine? 68k about. I just notice it squeeks on cold start and that usually means the belt isnt tensioned properly

Maybe if it squeaks when AC is shut off.

PureE92 · 10-03-2014, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SDemetris

Thing i am worried about most is our belt tensioner. Theyre known to fail. Pretty sure mine is on its way out. I would like to see an improved tensioner come with the kit

Yep...same issue here. Changed mine out at 72k because it was so fuking loud and squeaky.

SDemetris · 10-03-2014, 01:31 AM

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Maybe if it squeaks when AC is shut off.

i never use AC so idk if it squeeks with it on or not. belt tensioner arm is known to plastically yield tho so im just gettting myself ready to replace it

1QuikWS6 · 10-03-2014, 02:03 AM

I have a built Lingenfelter 427 LS engine in my TransAm - due to the hi HP it would have a tendency to throw belts (the 8-rib serpentine style) using the spring tensioner.

Fix was to remove the factory spring style tensioner & replace with aftermarket 'old school' manually adjustable tensioner with a pulley that had deeper grooves & high side walls.

Same basic design, but you use a torque wrench when pulling back (camming) on the tensioner to achieve the proper belt preload - then tighten down the locking bolt.

The new pulley was also billet aluminum instead of steel & had replaceable hi quality bearing (OEM pulley bearing was not replaceable - had to buy entire pulley)

Don't see why something like this wouldn't also work on BMW if there was such a thing available...

When adding SC to that engine the Vortech system included a larger 10-rib serpentine belt, & all the appropriate pulleys to alleviate belt slipping -

Wondering if this BMW SC setup upgrades to wider belt

GreaseJunkie · 10-03-2014, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 1QuikWS6

I have a built Lingenfelter 427 LS engine in my TransAm - due to the hi HP it would have a tendency to throw belts (the 8-rib serpentine style) using the spring tensioner.

Fix was to remove the factory spring style tensioner & replace with aftermarket 'old school' manually adjustable tensioner with a pulley that had deeper grooves & high side walls.

Same basic design, but you use a torque wrench when pulling back (camming) on the tensioner to achieve the proper belt preload - then tighten down the locking bolt.

The new pulley was also billet aluminum instead of steel & had replaceable hi quality bearing (OEM pulley bearing was not replaceable - had to buy entire pulley)

Don't see why something like this wouldn't also work on BMW if there was such a thing available...

When adding SC to that engine the Vortech system included a larger 10-rib serpentine belt, & all the appropriate pulleys to alleviate belt slipping -

Wondering if this BMW SC setup upgrades to wider belt

Just a speculation, but I'm hoping that with as many accessories that the oem belt has to run, that they'd just include a new balancer pulley with a separate belt groove for the supercharger

bernard54321 · 10-03-2014, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by GreaseJunkie

Just a speculation, but I'm hoping that with as many accessories that the oem belt has to run, that they'd just include a new balancer pulley with a separate belt groove for the supercharger

Cant have 2 pulleys and 1 belt, even if you saw the video of the girls and the cup... you need a 3rd pulley as a tensioner

StealYourFace · 10-03-2014, 01:18 PM

Any ideas what additional cooling would be needed?

I'd also like to know if it will cause problems with the 330i intake manifold, I feel like forced air would screw with the flap in there.
Any ideas?

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bernard54321 Lieutenant 55 Rep 474 Posts Drives: 2009 328I E90 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: l.a. california iTrader: (1) Garage List 2006 Bmw 330i [0.00] 2009 328I E90 [0.00]	Lmao tbh i dont think they are even following this thread. I think they come on once a month and give an update hahaha Thats okay though keep em focused on the sc... And i +1 on seeing the installation guide prior to buying, to see if it is do-able in a home garage
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SDemetris FSAE Dude 62 Rep 759 Posts Drives: E90 328xi Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	Thing i am worried about most is our belt tensioner. Theyre known to fail. Pretty sure mine is on its way out. I would like to see an improved tensioner come with the kit
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SDemetris FSAE Dude 62 Rep 759 Posts Drives: E90 328xi Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Pittsburgh, PA iTrader: (0)	Mine? 68k about. I just notice it squeeks on cold start and that usually means the belt isnt tensioned properly
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1QuikWS6 No 55mph 1622 Rep 8,476 Posts Drives: F32 435ix MSport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Blitzburgh, PA iTrader: (113) Garage List 2022 BMW M440ix Vert [0.00] 2015 BMW 435ix MSport [0.00] 2000 Pontiac Trans Am [0.00]	I have a built Lingenfelter 427 LS engine in my TransAm - due to the hi HP it would have a tendency to throw belts (the 8-rib serpentine style) using the spring tensioner. Fix was to remove the factory spring style tensioner & replace with aftermarket 'old school' manually adjustable tensioner with a pulley that had deeper grooves & high side walls. Same basic design, but you use a torque wrench when pulling back (camming) on the tensioner to achieve the proper belt preload - then tighten down the locking bolt. The new pulley was also billet aluminum instead of steel & had replaceable hi quality bearing (OEM pulley bearing was not replaceable - had to buy entire pulley) Don't see why something like this wouldn't also work on BMW if there was such a thing available... When adding SC to that engine the Vortech system included a larger 10-rib serpentine belt, & all the appropriate pulleys to alleviate belt slipping - Wondering if this BMW SC setup upgrades to wider belt __________________ F32 435ix//MGM//M Sport-Prem-Tech-Driver Assist-Lighting-Cold Weather-Dyn Handling Pkgs//M4 Black Lthr Int w/M4 Alum Blade Trim//HK w/Bavsound Stg3//763M//M4 Euro LCI Tails//M4 Mirrors w/CF Covers//AWCarbon CF F/R Spoilers-Side Splitters-Diffuser 6WB/ID6 HU+HUD/IND M4 Alcantara Armrest//PURE S2 Turbo//AA FMIC+DP//ER CP+TIC//3.5bar TMAP/TS DV//AWE Tuning Exh w/Blk Tips//Turner MS CF Intake//BM3 Cary Jordan Tune//MPerf Diff//PrecRW Ignition Kit
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