Everything I ever wanted to know about a Maggie,,,and your gonna tell me!!!

[Max-Q]

Originally Posted by heavymetals

The one on my C5 Z06 has the same get up.

yeah, I forgot about the GTO and G8 setups too. Basically all LSx series engine would probably have the same setup since the throttle body and intake connect to the front unlike the Cobra which connects to the rear. Of course that car was designed to use the supercharger so it's no wonder it would be a cleaner system.

[2004ctsv]

I had a Buick Ultra w/ an Eaton blower like the Magnusson s/c. The car now belongs to my wife's cousin, has 180,000 miles on it and is still going strong.

[onebadcad]

Originally Posted by Max-Q

That's the mounting area for a bypass actuator for a different application. Remember, the actual supercharger is supplied by Eaton. It is used on a wide variety of vehicles and I would guess most are turned around the correct way. Ours may be the only odd ball that requires a shaft instead of a pulley directly on the front of the charger.

Thanks Max, there was the only reason I could come up with.
Still need answers/remedy for hose clamp and 90mm set-up.

[blownchevy]

Originally Posted by onebadcad

1) Hose clamp for coolant line in front of TB, why not thread the inlet and sell kit with a braided hose that requires no clamp, the clamp is touching the shaft, the second line on the driver's side does not have any clearance issues, the connection should have been made higher, as unit would accomodate if 1/2" higher, I think someone (Heavymetals?) fabricated a connection to eliminate this problem, another fix would have been to utilize a hose with a smaller diameter provided it did not impede flow, thus increase engine temp

I have installed well over 50 of these superchargers myself and the hose clamp is close, however if it is clocked properly it will NOT come in contact with the driveshaft.

Originally Posted by onebadcad

2) On the 90mm TB, the motor (GM part) touches the shaft, there is no play available, I could place a postcard between the two, but way too close for comfort, I realize your testing may have included another brand TB but none was recommended to me so I went with the General

Every kit is engineered around the factory car. We do not use aftermarket parts when we design these kits. The TB motor is close, however it could be 1mm from the shaft and never hit it.

Originally Posted by onebadcad

3) On passenger side, mid-way back on the unit, there are six threaded holes and an adaptor (for another vehicle specs), this, too, almost touches the shaft, why, what is supposed to go here (on another vehicle?), as already too close without the part

It is for the bypass actuator, someone mentioned that the superchargers are supplied by EATON. This is an incorrect statement, the only parts that are supplied by EATON are the internal rotating parts. The housing and EVERYTHING else on the kit is Magna Charger's design.

Originally Posted by onebadcad

Also, what is the speed of the shaft compared to the engine, and does the shaft flex at higher RPMs?-this is my concern, as when not running it is already too close. And lastly, how much does a new shaft cost, as I already have a groove started at the point the hose clamp touches the shaft.

Thanks.

The aux shaft should spin about 2:1 depending on what pulley you have installed on the front. The critical speed of the CF shaft is WAY over what anyone will EVER see on one of these cars. I have seen them spun 20+K without deviation.

[SlvrVee]

Help!!
How do you unclip fuel injector without breaking them?

[smackdaddy]

The injectors have a metal clip around them shaped like a U. Push in on the bottom of the U shaped metal clip which will slide the metal clip up a bit and will then release the injector wires. there is a little blue silicone seal in there as well to keep out water. they can fall out if your not paying attention and you will never find them.

[CTSV_510]

Originally Posted by SlvrVee

Help!!
How do you unclip fuel injector without breaking them?

Originally Posted by smackdaddy

The injectors have a metal clip around them shaped like a U. Push in on the bottom of the U shaped metal clip which will slide the metal clip up a bit and will then release the injector wires.

Some of them can be in a difficult spot. Using a flathead screwdriver can help you push the "U" clip in in the bottom side of the connector while you pull up with the other hand.

Make sure when you're pushing the "U" clip in that both sides of the "U" are moving or you won't get the connector off.

[Twitch]

Seems to be a bunch of us near by. Espacialy with Maggies . Maybe we'll get a new thread going for a tri-state meet.

[SlvrVee]

Thanks guys finally got them off. Just took a quick food break at Step 73. Hopefully I can get most of it done today.

Trying to drain the radiator but dont see a drain cock. Guess I have to disconnect the lower hose

[rand49er]

When's your estimated completion?

[onebadcad]

Originally Posted by blownchevy

I have installed well over 50 of these superchargers myself and the hose clamp is close, however if it is clocked properly it will NOT come in contact with the driveshaft.

Every kit is engineered around the factory car. We do not use aftermarket parts when we design these kits. The TB motor is close, however it could be 1mm from the shaft and never hit it.

It is for the bypass actuator, someone mentioned that the superchargers are supplied by EATON. This is an incorrect statement, the only parts that are supplied by EATON are the internal rotating parts. The housing and EVERYTHING else on the kit is Magna Charger's design.

The aux shaft should spin about 2:1 depending on what pulley you have installed on the front. The critical speed of the CF shaft is WAY over what anyone will EVER see on one of these cars. I have seen them spun 20+K without deviation.

Thanks Brian,
I need to spend a few minutes to correct the hose clamp. Glad to know the CF shaft is over-engineered. As stated earlier, the TB motor and bypass thingamajingy are close, but no contact.

Have you installed a TVS/MP 1900 or TVS/MP 2300 on an LS1 motor yet? If not, I know a great project car, you can have data for six, twelve months.
If so, what are HP/TQ numbers with corresponding PSI, thanks.

[CTSV_510]

Update - Magnuson received my maggie today, fixed it and are shipping it out to be delivered to me this Saturday.

David said that there was a front rotor bearing that was pretty bad, so they replaced that as well as the others just to be safe.

I have to say, they're keeping me happy so far. Great customer service!

[blownchevy]

Originally Posted by CTSV_510

Update - Magnuson received my maggie today, fixed it and are shipping it out to be delivered to me this Saturday.

David said that there was a front rotor bearing that was pretty bad, so they replaced that as well as the others just to be safe.

I have to say, they're keeping me happy so far. Great customer service!

Thats how we roll.

[MauiV]

Since I am now buying CSP's Maggie with 800 miles on it my 1st question is whats the warrenty status on a buy like this?

[Twitch]

Originally Posted by MauiV

Since I am now buying CSP's Maggie with 800 miles on it my 1st question is whats the warrenty status on a buy like this?

Warrenty shmarrenty, don't be a wus
Congrats