projectbimmers
Torque Junkie
So as some of you may know. I am about to embark on a new journey to try to install an AMR500 supercharger on my bmw m44 1.9L motor.
First time Im attempting this type of install so I am in the researching phase. I decided on the supercharger route because it seems to be the less involved route to go as far as installing. A turbocharger would have been a lot to do and learn for my 1st time.
The AMR500 is the platform I decided to try out because its small. will fit in my engine bay with minimal mods, I can run it with stock internals, etc.
I only expect to see a moderate 5 to 6psi at most with this set up and the goal is not for race or drift applications at all. I just want the car to be faster and more fun for me to drive. Right now its not quick off the line and I have no acceleration power to have any passing fun on the highway. Im tired of getting passed by Honda Oddyseys....lol
Now my 1st issue is the crank case ventilation valve. I was told that I should "ventilate to atmosphere", or run a catch can. Problem is, I dont know exactly what that means enough to understand why Im doin it. Also in my search I find oil catch cans and breathers are not the same thing so Im not even sure which one I need. This type of thing brings me to this forum.
I was also told I need a quad spark ignition module and possibly larger injector OR fuel pressure regulator, engine management I was going to use a microsquirt set up. All my research says that would work out..
Am I even on the right track, guys?
First time Im attempting this type of install so I am in the researching phase. I decided on the supercharger route because it seems to be the less involved route to go as far as installing. A turbocharger would have been a lot to do and learn for my 1st time.
The AMR500 is the platform I decided to try out because its small. will fit in my engine bay with minimal mods, I can run it with stock internals, etc.
I only expect to see a moderate 5 to 6psi at most with this set up and the goal is not for race or drift applications at all. I just want the car to be faster and more fun for me to drive. Right now its not quick off the line and I have no acceleration power to have any passing fun on the highway. Im tired of getting passed by Honda Oddyseys....lol
Now my 1st issue is the crank case ventilation valve. I was told that I should "ventilate to atmosphere", or run a catch can. Problem is, I dont know exactly what that means enough to understand why Im doin it. Also in my search I find oil catch cans and breathers are not the same thing so Im not even sure which one I need. This type of thing brings me to this forum.
I was also told I need a quad spark ignition module and possibly larger injector OR fuel pressure regulator, engine management I was going to use a microsquirt set up. All my research says that would work out..
Am I even on the right track, guys?