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How 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 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 MoreStage 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 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 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…
Read MoreVMP And Whipple Supercharge The 2024 Mustang GT
We partnered with Whipple Superchargers to push the S650 platform harder than ever. The result? A milestone for Mustang performance – two of the biggest names in boost joining forces to unleash a next-level VMP Gen 6 3.0L Supercharger Kit – and when two supercharger powerhouses get together, horsepower happens! A Powerhouse Partnership Check out the video above…
Read MoreAll You Need To Know About Email Tunes
Performance tuning has evolved from a mechanical dark art into a digital science. If you want to unlock your vehicle’s hidden potential without spending days at a dyno shop, Email Tunes (or E-tunes) are the modern solution. Read along and we’ll take you through the journey from physical chips to high-speed data logs sent straight to your…
Read MoreMaximize Airflow and Cooling: VMP Apex Predator CAI and Ice Tank GT500 Upgrade
For performance enthusiasts, the quest for horsepower often begins and ends with two critical elements: airflow and temperature management. In the world of high-performance tuning, cold air is power. By maximizing the volume of oxygen entering the engine and minimizing the intake air temperature, you create the ideal environment for combustion. For the 2020+ Shelby…
Read MoreComplete Installation Guide: VMP Gen 3R Supercharger For 2015-17 Ford F-150 5.0 L
Are you looking for more power for your 2015-2017 Ford F-150 5.0-liter V8? We have the perfect solution right here: the Gen3R supercharger kit. A stock F-150 will deliver around 300-325 rear-wheel horsepower on the dyno. The VMP Gen3 will boost power to 600-650 RWHP and beyond. Our kits are also fully upgradeable, with larger…
Read MoreTrunk Ice Tank Cooling For Supercharged Mustangs – All You Need To Know
An ice tank is a game-changing upgrade for supercharged Mustangs because it dramatically improves cooling efficiency and consistency. Superchargers naturally generate heat as they compress air, which can rob power and performance. The VMP Ice Tank acts as a large, dedicated reservoir – holding up to seven gallons of ice water – that circulates through the intercooler system to…
Read MoreGains for days: VMP’s 137 monoblade throttle body dyno results!
When Travis Fulton wanted more power for his 2017 Race Red Mustang he knew the current twin 60 mm throttle body he was running was a major restriction to his set-up. Wanting a Mustang throttle body that came pre-installed with native electronics and that had good driveability, his upgrade of choice was the VMP…
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