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Old 03-02-2015, 07:21 PM
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I am really wanting to upgrade my 525sc blower. Right now, I can't decide between a B&M 420 off a 600sc (well used) That is complete with carbs, no chiller. the owner is hoping for 3k. Those seem to last a long time. I think if I decided to let him keep the carbs, I could get it for less $$. I would then put EFI on it. The other Blower is a Holley off an 03 575sci. It has been gone through and includes a chiller. It is the later blower with sealed rear bearings. Those seem to self destruct at 200 hours based on web searches. This one includes the TBI style injectors. Its a complete takeoff with a MEFI 3 computer and harness. I also have most of a 6/71 that needs everything sitting on a shelf. I am ready to do this, but I want the most reliable system I can get. My current set up has been great, I just want a little more power.Please advise.

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6/71, you can buy parts anywhere, and always will. Some of the Holley stuff is hard to come by. Esp intakes for the 420
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Small screw blower, call Whipple, you can make more power much safer. Parts and support are avalible, you can also buy a kit from Teague.
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I have a 6/71 Mooneyham, completely rebuilt by the blower shop. It's got about 10 dyno pulls on it. I'd let it go for $2800 with intake, snout, and carb adapter. Good deal if it'd help you out.
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Out of those 3 options listed, I would go with either the 420, or the 6-71. They are very close in size and output. Either would work well, and as stated, the 6-71 will have more parts available easily.
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I have a new Weiand 6/71 intake. Unassembled 6/71 with HD end plates It might not be any good, and a new snout. I also have a few pulleys. How long does the snout need to be for a 3V setup?

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Haxby @ $2800 is a suitable solution
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Haxby @ $2800 is a suitable solution
Canadian or US $$$$...LOL.
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I have the v belt and spacer set up for a 420 if you pull the trigger .but man your flirting with intercooled whipple territory .and i know where 2 whipple intercooler intakes are .
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That 420 is looking good, but not sure. I think its at $2500 right now.
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