Anyone using ESS Tuning Supercharger?

[Jservis]

Is anyone using and ESS Tuning Supercharger on their car. I am think about getting their PD systems for my 1995 530i this spring. just want to hear what people think about them and any good/bad experiences. thanks to all who reply.

[hatnlvr]

I'm using it on my 325ix. All in all the system is fine my only gripes are

1. No documentation was provided for the install at all!
2. The plumbing that was provided was of the rubber type (Just insufficient IMO, I am having custom plumbing done up at this time).

Other than that I'm happy with the kit, the PD units are definately inferior to the Vortech units (I believe max boost for PD is 10psi and they require rebuilds every 25-30K miles).

Hope this helps.

[Jservis]

interesting. the compressor needs rebuilding that often, that sounds like a pain in the ass, what exactley needs rebuilding and how much does it cost?I don"t plan on huge boost so that is not a big issue< not yet at least. how is the performance more importantly, my uncle runs a prototyping shop so he can help me with custom piping and the entire install, was the performance close to the advertised performance?

Thanks a lot, this was a big help.

[hatnlvr]

As far as the performance I would say it is close to advertised if not right on (I cannot confirm quite yet as I am still looking for a shop with a 4 wheel dyno to confirm my numbers). Custom piping is definately the way to go!!! As far as the rebuild and costs check out the below links, they will give you a complete understanding of what is to be done & costs.

http://home.wi.rr.com/planestang/Zsu...er_rebuild.htm

http://www.iwinengineering.com/supercharger_repair.htm

I'm not sure how many miles you put on in a year but 25-30K seems about average for rebuilding the Powerdyne units. If you are looking for something more durable with higher capacity I would recommend looking into a Vortech setup.