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C4 Corvette with roots type blower

This is one nasty C4 Corvette! A huge roots blower forcing massive amounts of air into the V8, it brings back memories of the movie "Mad Max". Performing a quick ride and donut display, you get the true feel of what American muscle is all about. It's about sound, feel, and torque! The massive roots type blower towers about two feet out of the hood, massively announcing it's presence. One look at this car, and you know it means business. Special thanks to Wyld Fantasies for bringing this roots blown C4 to the internet world via youtube. Check out their forum at http://www.wyldfantasies.com! Alternatively, you can see more pictures of the C4 Corvette by visiting their CarDomain profile.

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The roots type blower is special compared to other forms of supercharging. This type of supercharger brings air into the manifold, driven by the engines crank via belt. Using lobe style compressors, this reduces the amount of friction and heat resulting in a better flowing charge. Originally designed in Connersville, Indiana the roots type blower was first used as an air pump for blast furnaces and other industrial type applications.

Due to it's extensive history, the roots type blower is the oldest form of vehicular forced induction. It's also known as the least fuel efficient supercharger design available, but depends highly on the amount of lobes used per rotor. As you can see the black smoke belching out and the intense fuel system used on this C4, the roots blower stays true to it's "roots" and guzzles gasoline like a good muscle car should. More gasoline plus more air, equals more power. Enjoy the following footage for a quick ride and donut session featuring "Mothug Doug" and his awesome Corvette.

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Full-time engineer turned writer, Michael brings knowledgeable articles about Tampa Bay's sports car scene. His experience in import, domestic, and exotic manufacturers ensures quality content for all readers. Michael is also a contributor at CarDomain.com and can be contacted via Streetfire.net...

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  • Rob E., San Jose Autos Examiner 2 years ago

    Pretty cool Michael!

    Interestingly the Corvette ZR1 rated at 14/20mpg and the CTS-V rated at 14/19mpg are both roots-type supercharged engines. Same with the Ford GT500, Chevy Cobalt and the previous generation AMG Mercedes.

    None of them are like this one though!

    Rob E.
    San Jose Autos Examiner

  • Jarrod 2 years ago

    Dude awesome write up man I will be contacting you first every time I put out my new stuff and i have some good footage coming soon!

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