Is Your Car Ready for Boost? What to Prep Before Bolting on a Supercharger Kit
So, you’re ready for serious torque. We get it. Adding a positive displacement supercharger completely transforms your vehicle. But before you hit ‘Add to Cart’ on your new build, you need to look at the whole car. The good news? If you’re looking at a VMP Supercharger kit, we’ve already done the heavy lifting for…
Read MoreHow to Upgrade Your Accessory Drive System for Maximum Boost
If you’re stepping into the world of superchargers – perhaps crossing over from the turbocharged side of the racing world – you already know that forced induction is the key to making massive horsepower. However, while a turbo relies on exhaust gases to spin its compressor, a supercharger is mechanically driven by the engine’s crankshaft…
Read MoreElevate Your Predator: Custom Powder Coating for Apex Predator Supercharger Lids
Elevate Your Predator: Custom Powder Coating for Apex Predator Supercharger Lids When you’re pushing the limits of your Ford 2020+ Predator engine (20-’22 GT500, ‘23+ Raptor R, ’26+ GTD, & ’26+ Dark Horse SC), performance is obviously priority number one. Our VMP Apex Predator Supercharger Lid delivers that in spades, offering real-world gains of up…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Forced Induction, Superchargers, and Turbochargers
Naturally aspirated setups leave serious potential on the table. If you want to transform your daily driver or weekend warrior into an absolute street-sweeper, forced induction is the answer. Adding a supercharger or turbocharger is a direct path to increased horsepower and powerful torque. Let’s break down how forced induction revolutionizes your driving experience, why…
Read MoreWhy Round Throttle Bodies? The Science Behind Round vs Oval Throttle Body Performance on PD Supercharged Coyotes.
You may have noticed that the latest VMP Supercharger Kits, like the VMP Gen 6 3.0 L Supercharger kits for ’15 through current Mustang GT, all feature round throttle bodies. The VMP Apex 112 mm and 120 mm throttle bodies in both analog and digital flavors have been a fantastic addition to our lineup of…
Read MoreUpgrade Your F-150 with the VMP Performance Degas Bottle
If you’ve spent any time poking around the engine bay of your 2015 or newer F-150, you’re familiar with that big, translucent, yellowing factory coolant reservoir. It gets the job done (albeit poorly), but it’s definitely not doing your build any favors in the looks department. When it comes time to upgrade, a lot of…
Read MoreCentrifugal-Type Forced Induction vs VMP Positive Displacement Superchargers
Stage 1 Vs. Stage 2 Gen 6 3.0 L Superchargers
The launch of the S650 platform ushered in a new era of Mustang performance. For enthusiasts looking for reliable, record-breaking power, the VMP Performance Gen 6 supercharger upgrade is an easy button for performance. The VMP Gen 6 3.0 L Supercharger kit has been designed to overcome the complexities of the Mustang’s dual-inlet design, delivering serious…
Read MoreApex Predator Supercharger Lids: All You Need To Know
If you own a 2020+ Shelby GT500 or a 2024+ Raptor R, you already know you’re driving one of the most capable powerhouses Ford has ever unleashed. But even the Predator engine has its Achilles’ heel: heat and airflow restriction. The factory supercharger lid was designed with noise suppression in mind, not maximum velocity. We’re…
Read MoreUpdated Throttle Body Designs from VMP Performance
At VMP Performance, we understand the importance of a well-designed throttle body. Your throttle body can serve as a bottleneck – or a gateway – to your build’s potential. Increased bore size allows high-volume air flow to meet the intake manifold, giving your ECU the go-ahead to aggressively ramp up fuel delivery and spark timing. That’s…
Read MoreThe Ultimate GT500 Performance Upgrade: VMP Apex Predator Supercharger
At VMP Performance, we believe in staying at the top of the food chain. When you own a 2020+ Shelby GT500 or a 2023+ Raptor R, you are already driving a Predator. But to truly dominate the street and the track, you need a system that offers the pinnacle of efficiency and power. That is…
Read MoreHow Dynos Measure Performance
In performance shops, you’ll hear the term “dyno” thrown around like confetti. Short for dynamometer, a dyno is essentially a giant scale for horsepower. But how does a dyno actually measure power? It isn’t just one-size-fits-all. Depending on whether you’re a manufacturer building an engine from scratch or an enthusiast looking to see how those…
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