Kenne Bell 2.1?

[chadly]

Hello everyone! Its been a while, but I have some questions. When I get home in a couple months I am going to supercharge my mark. I am leaning towards the KB 2.1 kit for the 96-98 cobra. I know its not intercooled, but I only plan to run 6-8#'s of boost. I'm leaning towards the KB for the low end torque gains. Car isnt a DD, maybe 1-2 days a week, and raced about twice a year. Basically I want more power and like the look of the KB better than a centrifugal (they will both make a suitable amount of power but I prefer the looks of the KB).

1. Will I have to upgrade the fuel pump and injectors?

2. Will it fit under the stock hood? (I have read it will and it wont)

3. Do I need cobra fuel rails or will my gen 2 rails work?

4. I have looked but can't find any install threads, so any advice on install is greatly appreciated. Not sure what all modifications will need to be made.

I have wanted to do this for years and I am finally in a comfortable financial situation so its go time, plus the boss lady gave me the green light!

Thanks yall for the help.

 

[driller]

Most 2.1's I have seen use the stock injectors and the boost-a-pump. Not 100% sure on the other questions.

Best of luck with the upgrade!

 

[chris2523]

read through LaserSVTs progress thread for his old white car on LVC.
among other worthwhile things, he goes through the install of the KB on his 98.

 

[lsc8]

I am actually in the middle of removing a kenne bell 2.2 kit from my car. I helped laser with some questions on his as well. If your interested I would sell you my kit as a whole with 42# injectors, the underdrive pulley you will nead, belt, kenne bell 2.2, a custom tb spacer, and bracket that i machined to make the stock cruise work, and a 90mm maf. You would need an in tank pump and a tune to make it run.

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you will need to clearance the hood, or shim the k member

 

[chadly]

Thanks for the replies. I read through Laser's install thread and it doesnt seem too difficult. So I guess I will need the cobra fuel rails. I was told I needed them for the Cobra manifold to fit but it fit fine with the stock rails. Maybe I will maybe I wont.

Should I keep the IMRC's or do a delete? I dont think I would need them with the added torque, but I dont want deleting them to adversely affect the numbers either.

Others have switched to the lightning MAF, is this a requirement or just a preference?

Sorry for all the questions, I'm just excited about this and dont have much time to be on the internet over here.

 

[falcon50]

You'll love the torque of a KB on a heavier car.
I have a 2.2 KB on a 3,800 lb. '95 Mustang convertible with 15 psi, no intercooler, and it's a blast to drive on the street.
The torque curve jumps up to 450 wtq right off idle and you feel that in the seat of your pants.

 

[LSC HUNTER]

Thanks for the replies. I read through Laser's install thread and it doesnt seem too difficult. So I guess I will need the cobra fuel rails. I was told I needed them for the Cobra manifold to fit but it fit fine with the stock rails. Maybe I will maybe I wont.

Should I keep the IMRC's or do a delete? I dont think I would need them with the added torque, but I dont want deleting them to adversely affect the numbers either.

Others have switched to the lightning MAF, is this a requirement or just a preference?

Sorry for all the questions, I'm just excited about this and dont have much time to be on the internet over here.

I have a spare Cobra fuel rail that I would be willing to part with if you go in that direction.

 

[lsc8]

You won't need the imrcs. It's instant tq at 1800 rpm

 

[chadly]

I am actually in the middle of removing a kenne bell 2.2 kit from my car. I helped laser with some questions on his as well. If your interested I would sell you my kit as a whole with 42# injectors, the underdrive pulley you will nead, belt, kenne bell 2.2, a custom tb spacer, and bracket that i machined to make the stock cruise work, and a 90mm maf. You would need an in tank pump and a tune to make it run.

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you will need to clearance the hood, or shim the k member

How many miles are on it? I'm still a couple months away from being home and probably be a month or 2 after that before I am ready to buy, but I appreciate the offer! I'll keep you in mind when the time comes.

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You'll love the torque of a KB on a heavier car.
I have a 2.2 KB on a 3,800 lb. '95 Mustang convertible with 15 psi, no intercooler, and it's a blast to drive on the street.
The torque curve jumps up to 450 wtq right off idle and you feel that in the seat of your pants.

That was the deciding factor for me. I only go to the track 2 maybe 3 times a year, so it would be more fun on the streets with all the added torque. Thanks for the input!