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ENGINEERING, INC.
1650 PACIFIC AVENUE • CHANNEL ISLANDS, CA 93033-9901
P/N: 4FC020-010
©2000 Vortech Engineering, Inc.
All Rights Reserved, Intl. Copr. Secured
13SEP00 V1.3 (86-93 5.0 Lt Truck(4FC))
FOREWORD
Proper installation of this supercharger kit requires general automotive mechanic
knowledge and experience. Please browse through each step of this instruction
manual prior to beginning the installation to determine if you should refer the job
to a professional installer/technician. Please call Vortech Engineering for possible
installers in your area.
© 2000 VORTECH ENGINEERING, INCORPORATED
All rights reserved. No parts of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, or
translated into another language in anhy form, by any means without written permission of
Vortech Engineering, Inc.
P/N: 4FC020-010
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Table Of Contents
FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................... ii
IMPORTANT NOTICES .......................................................................................................... iii
CRANE IGNITION SYSTEMS ................................................................................................ iv
MSD IGNITION SYSTEMS ..................................................................................................... v
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIFIC TRUCKS................................................. vi
PARTS LIST - 1987-1996 FORD 5.8 TRUCK ........................................................................ vii
PARTS LIST - 1993-1995 FORD 5.8 LIGHTNING TRUCK .................................................... viii
PARTS LIST - 1987-1996 FORD 5.0 TRUCK ........................................................................ ix
1.
PREPARATION/REMOVAL ........................................................................................ 1
2.
OIL FEED LINE INSTALLATION ................................................................................. 1
3.
OIL DRAIN FITTING .................................................................................................... 2
4.
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .............................................................................................. 2
5.
MAIN BRACKET INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 2
6.
SUPERCHARGER INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 3
7.
OUTLET PLENUM DISCHARGE TUBE ...................................................................... 4
8.
WATER PUMP PULLEY AND FAN ASSEMBLY ........................................................ 5
9.
SUPERCHARGER DRIVE BELT AND TENSIONER .................................................. 5
10.
FUEL PUMP ................................................................................................................ 6
11.
FUEL MANAGEMENT UNIT INSTALLATION ............................................................. 7
12.
AIR FILTER COVER AND INLET DUCT ..................................................................... 8
13.
5.8 LIGHTNING SUPPLEMENTAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE BYPASS VALVE ......................................................................................... 9
14.1
IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION (NONLIGHTNING TRUCKS ONLY) ..................................................................................... 9
14.2
IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION (LIGHTNING
TRUCKS ONLY) .......................................................................................................... 11
15.
IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT OPERATION ..................................................... 12
16.
FINAL CHECK ............................................................................................................. 13
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IMPORTANT NOTICES!
BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION
On 1993 and later model years, it will be necessary to replace the fan blade
assembly (not the entire fan clutch assembly) with an earlier model unit. The Ford
part number is E7TZ-8600B. Refer to page 5, item 8 of this manual.
This product is protected by state common law, copyright and/or patent. All legal
rights therein are reserved. The design, layout, dimensions, geometry, and
engineering features shown in this product are the exclusive property of Vortech
Engineering, Inc. This product may not be copied or duplicated in whole or part,
abstractly or fundamentally, intentionally or fortuitously, nor shall any design,
dimension, or other information be incorporated into any product or apparatus
without prior written consent of Vortech Engineering, Inc.
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SPECIAL NOTICE CONCERNING THE
CRANE IGNITION SYSTEM
The ignition system, manufactured by Crane Electronics,
included in this kit is serviced exclusively by the manufacturer.
Crane Electronics warrants this product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship under normal use and if properly
installed for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
In case of malfunction, this unit will be repaired free of charge
according to the terms of the warranty. If found to be defective
as mentioned above, it will be repaired or replaced if returned
prepaid along with proof of date of purchase. This shall
constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability
of Crane Electronics and/or Vortech Engineering, Inc. To the
extent permitted by law, the foregoing is exclusive and in lieu
of all other warranties or representations whether expressed
or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability
or fitness. In no event shall Crane Electronics and/or Vortech
Engineering, Inc. be liable for labor charges, special or
consequential damages.
When returning this unit for service, proof of purchase must be
supplied for warranty verification. After the warranty period has
expired, repair service is charged between a minimum and
maximum charge. In either case, please send the unit prepaid with proof of purchase to the attention of:
Crane Electronics
Customer Service Department
530 Fentress Boulevard
Daytona Beach, Florida, 32114
Phone: (904) 258-6167
Fax: (904) 258-6174
www.cranecams.com
The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible after
receipt, COD for any charges. Be sure you include a detailed
account of any problems experienced, the type of vehicle and
any modifications.
Should you have any technical or installation questions
regarding this unit, contact Vortech Engineering, Inc. directly
at (805) 247-0226 M-F 8:00AM - 4:30PM (PST).
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ENGINEERING, INC.
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SPECIAL NOTICE CONCERNING THE
MSD IGNITION SYSTEM
The MSD Boost Timing Master, manufactured by Autotronic
Controls Corporation, included in this kit is serviced exclusively
by the manufacturer. Autotronic Controls Corporation warrants
this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and if properly installed for a
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. In case of
malfunction, this unit will be repaired free of charge according
to the terms of the warranty. If found to be defective as
mentioned above, it will be repaired or replaced if returned
prepaid along with proof of date of purchase. This shall
constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the sole liability
of Autotronic Controls Corporation and/or Vortech Engineering,
Inc. To the extent permitted by law, the foregoing is exclusive
and in lieu of all other warranties or representations whether
expressed or implied, including any implied warranty of
merchantability or fitness. In no event shall Autotronic Controls
Corporation and/or Vortech Engineering, Inc. be liable for labor
charges, special or consequential damages.
When returning this unit for service, proof of purchase must
be supplied for warranty verification. After the warranty period
has expired, repair service is charged between a minimum
and maximum charge. In either case, please send the unit
pre-paid with proof of purchase to:
Autotronic Controls Corporation
Customer Service Department
12120 Esther Lama
Suite #114
El Paso, Texas, 79936
(915) 855-7123 Technical
The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible after
receipt, COD for any charges. Be sure you include a detailed
account of any problems experienced, the type of vehicle and
any modifications.
Should you have any technical or installation questions
regarding this unit, contact Vortech Engineering, Inc. directly
at (805) 247-0226 M-F 8:00AM - 4:30PM (PST).
®
ENGINEERING, INC.
P/N: 4FC020-010
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Installation Instructions for
’87-’96 5.8L F-Series Truck - 50 State Smog Legal per CARB EO #D-213-16
’93-’95 5.8L Lightning Truck - 50 State Smog Legal per CARB EO #D-213-16
’87-’96 5.0L F-Series Truck - 50 State Smog Legal per CARB EO #D-213-16
Congratulations on selecting the most technically innovative, best performing and best
backed automotive supercharger available today... the VORTECH V-2 ® supercharger!
Before beginning this installation, please read through this entire instruction booklet and
the Street Supercharger System Owner's Manual which includes the Automotive Limited
Warranties Program and the Warranty Registration form.
Vortech supercharger systems are performance improving devices. In most cases, increases in torque
of 30 - 35% and horsepower of 35 - 45% can be expected with the boost levels specified by Vortech
Engineering. This product is intended for use on healthy, well maintained engines. Installation on a wornout or damaged engine is not recommended and may result in failure of the engine as well as the
supercharger. Vortech Engineering is not responsible for engine damage.
Installation on new vehicles will not harm or adversely affect the break-in period so long as factory breakin procedures are followed.
For best performance and continued durability, please take note of the following key points:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Use only premium grade fuel 92 octane or higher (R+M/2).
The engine must have stock compression ratio.
If the engine has been modified in any way, check with Vortech prior to using this product.
Always listen for any sign of detonation (pinging) and discontinue hard use (no boost) until problem
is resolved.
5. Perform an oil and filter change upon completion of this installation and prior to test driving your
vehicle. Thereafter, always use a high grade SF rated engine oil or a high quality synthetic, and
change the oil and filter every at least 3,000 miles. Never attempt to extend the oil change
interval beyond 3,000 miles, regardless of oil manufacturer's claims; potential damage to
the supercharger may result.
6. Before beginning installation, replace all spark plugs that are older than 1 year or 10,000 miles with
original heat range plugs as specified by the manufacturer and reset timing to factory specifications
(follow the procedures indicated within the factory repair manual and/or as indicated on the factory
underhood emissions tag). Do not use platinum spark plugs unless they are original
equipment. Change spark plugs at least every 15,000 miles and spark plug wires at least every
50,000 miles.
TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
• Factory repair manual
• Timing light
• 3/8" socket and drive set: SAE & metric
• 1/2" breaker bar and 4" extension
• Flat #2 screwdriver
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Large screwdriver or pry bar
• Adjustable wrench
• Open end wrenches: 3/8", 7/16", 9/16", 3/4", 7/8"
• Drill motor
• 9/16" and 3/32" drill bits
• Power steering pump pulley puller and installer (rent if you do not own)
• 3/8" NPT tap & handle
• Ford Snaplock fuel fitting disconnect tool
• Silicone sealer
• Heavy grease
• 1993 and later models: Ford Fan Blade Assembly part # E7TZ-8600B
If your vehicle has in excess of 10,000 miles since its last spark plug change you will also need:
• Spark Plug Socket
• NEW Spark Plugs
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1987-1996 FORD 5.8 TRUCK
Part No. 4FC218-030SQ
®
PARTS LIST
ENGINEERING, INC.
IMPORTANT: Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in
the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately.
Part Number
Description
2E228-030
2E128-030
2A036-287
8R101-001
SUPERCHARGER ASSEMBLY
V-2 SQ Supercharger
2.87” supercharger drive pulley
6 rib pulley retainer assembly
1
1
1
1
4FC111-021
4FC011-021
4FC010-034
7A375-100
7K375-040
MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY
Mounting bracket
Mounting plate
3/8-16 x 1" bolts
3/8" AN washers
1
1
1
9
7
4FC116-081
4FC016-081
7U313-124
7J312-000
7L312-000
7F312-021
4FC040-160
WATER PUMP PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Water pump pulley
5/16-24 x 2.5” studs
5/16" washers
5/16" lock washers
5/16-24 nuts
Water pump pilot
1
1
4
4
4
4
1
4FC112-010
4FC013-021
7S350-200
4FA012-012
4FC012-010
7R002-056
7R002-052
AIR INTAKE ASSEMBLY
Air filter cover
3-1/2” x 2” sleeve
90° intake elbow
3-1/2” x 20" flex hose
#56 hose clamps
#52 hose clamps
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
4FC112-020
4FC012-030
7S225-125
7S275-200
7R002-044
7R002-036
AIR DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY
Discharge duct
2-1/4” x 1-1/4” sleeves
2-3/4” x 2” sleeve
#44 hose clamps
#36 hose clamps
1
1
2
1
2
4
4FC116-011
4FC016-011
4FC017-041
7A375-325
7J375-044
7L375-075
2A046-580
CRANK PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Crank pulley
Crank pulley spacer
3/8-16 x 3-1/4” bolts
3/8" SAE washers
3/8" lock washers
4060580 Goodyear belt
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
4FC130-026
4FC047-176
7P125-103
7P250-066
7P525-067
7P250-122
7P250-123
7P250-036
OIL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY
1/4” x 22" oil feed line
-4 x 45° 1/8” NPT male elbow
#4 swivel x 1/4” hose barb fittings
.500 crimp ferrules
AN917 1/4" pipe thread tee
1/4" NPT x 1-1/2” nipple
#4 flare to 1/4” NPT fitting
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
4FC130-036
4FC048-186
7P375-033
7P375-017
7R001-008
7P100-121
OIL DRAIN ASSEMBLY
1/2" x 16” oil drain line
3/8” NPT x 3/8” NPT street elbow
3/8” NPT x 1/2” straight hose barb
#8 hose clamps
Sealing nut
1
1
1
1
2
1
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Quantity
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Part Number
Description
Quantity
4FC238-068
6Z110-111
4FC145-156
4FC146-166
4FC049-196
7U100-055
7E010-046
FMU (WITH LINES)
12:1 black fuel management unit
Male fuel line assembly
Female fuel line assembly
5/32” x 48” vacuum line
6” nylon tie wraps
#8 x 3/4” sheet metal screws
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
4FB101-002
8F001-002
7R003-008
7R003-024
7R001-004
7U100-055
5W001-011
5W001-010
5W118-021
5W118-034
5W001-002
7P312-003
7P156-082
7U129-012
7U100-066
5W001-012
8D002-001
5W001-015
5W001-014
7P125-105
7J010-001
7F010-032
7C011-075
7U131-024
7U132-050
7P500-004
FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
155 Inline fuel pump
1/2" adel clamp
1-1/2" adel clamp
#4 hose clamps
6” nylon tie wraps
16-14GA eyelets
16-14GA female slides
10" 18GA black wire
156" 18GA red wire
Fuse tap
5/16” female fuel connector
5/32” tee
5/32" x 12” vacuum hose
11” nylon tie wrap
22GA red solderless connector
Fuel pressure switch
20A blade type fuse
Fuse holder
1/8” NPT to 5/32” barb
#10 washers
10-32 nuts
10/32” x 3/4” bolts
5/16” x 24” fuel hose
12mm x 30” fuel hose
Fuel fitting adaptor
1
1
1
1
5
6
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
3
3
1
1
1
5A101-001
7P156-082
5A002-002
5A001-001
7U129-024
STAND ALONE ASSEMBLY
5/32” tee
EFI Ford wiring harness
Stand alone ignition retard
5/32” x 24” vacuum line
1
1
1
1
1
4FE111-032
7J012-092
4FA011-032
4GF116-160
2A017-010
7C012-020
7C012-022
7G010-175
BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
12mm washers
Tensioner plate
Idler ribbed pulley assembly
Idler pulley spacer
12mm 1.75 x 20mm bolts
12mm 1.75 x 22mm thin head bolt
12mm x 1.75 nut
1
3
1
1
1
2
1
1
1993-1995 FORD 5.8
LIGHTNING TRUCK
Part No. 4FC218-040SQ
®
PARTS LIST
ENGINEERING, INC.
IMPORTANT: Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in
the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately.
Part Number
Description
Quantity
Part Number
Description
Quantity
2E228-130
2E128-030
2A036-287
8R101-001
SUPERCHARGER ASSEMBLY
V-2 SQ Supercharger
2.87” supercharger drive pulley
6 rib pulley retainer assembly
1
1
1
1
4FC139-096
7U100-055
7U030-056
7U375-052
8H040-020
PCV BYPASS KIT
6" nylon tie wraps
3/8" x 40" PCV hose
3/8" vacuum cap
3/8" inline filter
1
6
1
1
1
4FC111-021
4FC011-021
4FC010-034
7A375-100
7K375-040
MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY
Mounting bracket
Mounting plate
3/8-16 x 1" bolts
3/8" AN washers
1
1
1
9
7
4FC112-015
4FA012-013
4FC012-010
4FC013-021
7P375-097
7R002-052
7R002-056
7S350-200
AIR INTAKE ASSEMBLY
90° intake elbow with boss
3-1/2” x 20" flex hose
Air filter cover
3/8" NPT x 3/8" barb
#52 hose clamps
#56 hose clamps
3-1/2” x 2” sleeve
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
1
4FC130-036
4FC048-186
7P375-033
7P375-017
7R001-008
OIL DRAIN ASSEMBLY
1/2" x 16” oil drain line
3/8” NPT x 3/8” NPT street elbow
3/8” NPT x 1/2” straight hose barb
#8 hose clamps
1
1
1
1
2
4FC112-040
4FC012-040
4FC012-050
7P156-082
7P750-102
7R002-016
7R002-044
7R002-048
7S275-200
7S275-300
7S300-200
7U030-046
7U034-016
7U034-016
8D001-001
AIR DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY
Discharge tube A
Discharge tube B
5/32 tee
3/4 NPT x 1" 90° hose fitting
#16 hose clamps
#44 hose clamps
#48 hose clamps
2-3/4” x 2” sleeve
2-3/4” x 3” sleeve
3” x 2” sleeve
5/32" x 24" vacuum line
1" x 3" heater hose
1" x 4-1/2" heater hose
Bypass valve
1
1
1
1
1
4
4
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4FC130-026
4FC047-176
7P125-103
7P250-066
7P525-067
7P250-122
7P250-123
7P250-036
OIL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY
1/4” x 22" oil feed line
-4 x 45° 1/8” NPT male elbow
#4 swivel x 1/4” hose barb fittings
.500 crimp ferrules
AN917 1/4" pipe thread tee
1/4" NPT x 1-1/2” nipple
#4 flare to 1/4” NPT fitting
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
4FC238-068
6Z110-111
4FC145-156
4FC146-166
4FC049-196
7U100-055
7E010-046
FMU (WITH LINES)
12:1 black fuel management unit
Male fuel line assembly
Female fuel line assembly
5/32” x 48” vacuum line
6” nylon tie wraps
#8 x 3/4” sheet metal screws
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
5A101-006
5A001-009
5A002-002
5W001-001
5W001-009
5W001-010
5W001-011
5W001-017
5W001-019
7E010-048
7P250-125
7U030-030
7U375-001
7U375-002
5W018-010
5W018-240
5W018-060
5W018-020
5W012-000
HI-6TR ASSEMBLY
Crane HI-6TR ignition system
EFI Ford wiring harness
Wire taps
16-14GA male slides
16-14GA female slides
16-14GA eyelets
Large ring terminals
12-10GA solderless connector
#10 x 3/4" sheet metal bolts
1/4" tee
1/4" x 24" vacuum hose
36" velcro-hook
36" velcro-latch
18GA x 30" red wire
18GA x 30" white/yellow wire
18GA x 30" orange wire
18GA x 30" black wire
18GA x 24" red wire
1
1
1
2
16
20
2
2
1
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
4FB101-002
8F001-002
7R003-008
7R003-024
7R001-004
7U100-055
5W001-011
5W001-010
5W118-021
5W118-034
5W001-002
7P312-003
7P156-082
7U129-012
7U100-066
5W001-012
8D002-001
5W001-015
5W001-014
7P125-105
7J010-001
7F010-032
7C011-075
7U131-024
7U132-030
7P500-004
FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
155 Inline fuel pump
1/2" adel clamp
1-1/2" adel clamp
#4 hose clamps
6” nylon tie wraps
16-14GA eyelets
16-14GA female slides
10" 18GA black wire
156" 18GA red wire
Fuse tap
5/16” female fuel connector
5/32” tee
5/32" x 12” vacuum hose
11” nylon tie wrap
22GA red solderless connector
Fuel pressure switch
20A blade type fuse
Fuse holder
1/8” NPT to 5/32” barb
#10 washers
10-32 nuts
10/32” x 3/4” bolts
5/16” x 24” fuel hose
12mm x 30” fuel hose
Fuel fitting adaptor
1
1
1
1
5
6
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
3
3
1
1
1
4FC116-081
4FC016-081
7U313-124
7J312-000
7L312-000
7F312-021
4FC040-160
WATER PUMP PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Water pump pulley
5/16-24 x 2.5” studs
5/16" washers
5/16" lock washers
5/16-24 nuts
Water pump pilot
1
1
4
4
4
4
1
4FE111-032
7J012-092
4FA011-032
4GF116-160
2A017-010
7C012-020
7C012-022
7G010-175
BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
12mm washers
Tensioner plate
Idler ribbed pulley assembly
Idler pulley spacer
12mm 1.75 x 20mm bolts
12mm 1.75 x 22mm thin head bolt
12mm x 1.75 nut
1
3
1
1
1
2
1
1
4FC116-011
4FC016-011
4FC017-041
7A375-325
7J375-044
7L375-075
2A046-580
CRANK PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Crank pulley
Crank pulley spacer
3/8-16 x 3-1/4” bolts
3/8" SAE washers
3/8" lock washers
4060580 Goodyear belt
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
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13SEP00 V1.3 (86-93 5.0 Lt Truck(4FC))
1987-1996 FORD 5.0 TRUCK
Part No. 4FE218-070SQ
®
PARTS LIST
ENGINEERING, INC.
IMPORTANT: Before beginning installation, verify that all parts are included in
the kit. Report any shortages or damaged parts immediately.
Part Number
Description
2E228-030
2E128-030
2A036-312
8R101-001
SUPERCHARGER ASSEMBLY
V-2 SQ Supercharger
3.125” supercharger drive pulley
6 rib pulley retainer assembly
1
1
1
1
4FC111-021
4FC011-021
4FC010-034
7A375-100
7K375-040
MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLY
Mounting bracket
Mounting plate
3/8-16 x 1" bolts
3/8" AN washers
1
1
1
9
7
4FE112-010
4FA012-012
4FC012-010
4FC013-021
7P625-002
7R001-008
7R002-052
7R002-056
7S300-075
7S350-200
7U100-050
7U033-000
AIR INTAKE ASSEMBLY
90° intake elbow
3-1/2” x 20" flex hose
Air filter cover
5/8" hose barb
#8 Stainless hose clamps
#52 hose clamps
#56 hose clamps
3" x 3/4" orange sleeve
3-1/2” x 2” sleeve
5/8" grommet
5/8" x 40" PVC hose
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
4FC112-020
4FC012-030
7S225-125
7S275-200
7R002-044
7R002-036
AIR DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY
Discharge duct
2-1/4” x 1-1/4” sleeves
2-3/4” x 2” sleeve
#44 hose clamps
#36 hose clamps
1
1
2
1
2
4
4FC116-011
4FC016-011
4FC017-041
7A375-325
7J375-044
7L375-075
2A046-580
CRANK PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Crank pulley
Crank pulley spacer
3/8-16 x 3-1/4” bolts
3/8" SAE washers
3/8" lock washers
4060580 Goodyear belt
1
1
1
4
4
4
1
4FC130-026
4FC047-176
7P125-103
7P250-066
7P525-067
7P250-122
7P250-123
7P250-036
OIL FEED LINE ASSEMBLY
1/4” x 22" oil feed line
-4 x 45° 1/8” NPT male elbow
#4 swivel x 1/4” hose barb fittings
.500 crimp ferrules
AN917 1/4" pipe thread tee
1/4" NPT x 1-1/2” nipple
#4 flare to 1/4” NPT fitting
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
4FC130-036
4FC048-186
7P375-033
7P375-017
7R001-008
7P100-121
OIL DRAIN ASSEMBLY
1/2" x 16” oil drain line
3/8” NPT x 3/8” NPT street elbow
3/8” NPT x 1/2” straight hose barb
#8 hose clamps
Sealing nut
1
1
1
1
2
1
4FC114-033
4FC014-010
7R002-024
RADIATOR HOSE ASSEMBLY
Stainless radiator pipe
#24 hose clamps
1
1
2
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Quantity
ix
Part Number
Description
Quantity
4FC238-068
6Z110-111
4FC145-156
4FC146-166
4FC049-196
7U100-055
7E010-046
FMU (WITH LINES)
12:1 black fuel management unit
Male fuel line assembly
Female fuel line assembly
5/32” x 48” vacuum line
6” nylon tie wraps
#8 x 3/4” sheet metal screws
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
4FB101-002
8F001-002
7R003-008
7R003-024
7P500-004
7R001-004
7U100-055
5W001-011
5W001-010
5W118-021
5W118-034
5W001-002
7P312-003
7P156-082
7U129-012
7U100-066
5W001-012
8D002-001
5W001-015
5W001-014
7P125-105
7J010-001
7F010-032
7C011-075
7U131-024
7U132-050
FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
155 Inline fuel pump
1/2" adel clamp
1-1/2" adel clamp
Fuel fitting adaptor
#4 hose clamps
6” nylon tie wraps
16-14GA eyelets
16-14GA female slides
10" 18GA black wire
156" 18GA red wire
Fuse tap
5/16” female fuel connector
5/32” tee
5/32" x 12” vacuum hose
11” nylon tie wrap
22GA red solderless connector
Fuel pressure switch
20A blade type fuse
Fuse holder
1/8” NPT to 5/32” barb
#10 washers
10-32 nuts
10/32” x 3/4” bolts
5/16” x 24” fuel hose
12mm x 30” fuel hose
1
1
1
1
1
5
6
3
3
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
3
3
1
1
5A101-001
7P156-082
5A002-002
5A001-001
7U129-024
STAND ALONE ASSEMBLY
5/32” tee
EFI Ford wiring harness
Stand alone ignition retard
5/32” x 24” vacuum line
1
1
1
1
1
4FE111-032
7J012-092
4FA011-032
4GF116-160
2A017-010
7C012-020
7C012-022
7G010-175
BELT TENSIONER ASSEMBLY
12mm washers
Tensioner plate
Idler ribbed pulley assembly
Idler pulley spacer
12mm 1.75 x 20mm bolts
12mm 1.75 x 22mm thin head bolt
12mm x 1.75 nut
1
3
1
1
1
2
1
1
4FC116-081
4FC016-081
7U313-124
7J312-000
7L312-000
7F312-021
4FC040-160
WATER PUMP PULLEY ASSEMBLY
Water pump pulley
5/16-24 x 2.5” studs
5/16" washers
5/16" lock washers
5/16-24 nuts
Water pump pilot
1
1
4
4
4
4
1
1.
COMPONENT REMOVAL
A. Remove the following:
1. intake air duct
2. air filter box cover & inlet hoses
3. accessory drive belt
4. cooling fan & fan shroud
5. water pump pulley
6. crank pulley
7. power steering pulley (using a pulley)
B. Remove the A/C compressor from the mounting bracket and secure to one side.
NOTE: When removing the power
steering pump and A/C
compressor, do not break any
lines; just set the unit aside.
C. Remove the power steering pump from the
bracket.
D. Remove the cast bracket from the engine
and save the fastening hardware.
2.
OIL FEED LINE INSTALLATION
A. Remove the oil pressure sender from the
engine block (located just ahead of the oil
filter).
B. Screw the 1-1/2" long 1/4" pipe nipple into
the block, then the 1/4" pipe TEE onto the
nipple.
C. Position the TEE so the branch faces forward. Screw the original pressure sender
into the branch.
NOTE: Keep all oil fittings and hoses
absolutely clean. Use Teflon
paste sparingly only on the male
pipe threads only. NEVER use
Teflon tape. Apply only motor oil
to flare fittings. Never overtighten fittings.
D. Screw the 1/4" pipe/flare fitting into the end
of the TEE as shown. (See Figure 2-a.)
E. Install the Vortech supplied oil line onto the
flare fitting. Cover the loose end with a
plastic bag for later.
FRONT
Figure: 2-a
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4.
OIL DRAIN FITTING
A. Remove the driver's side valve cover.
B. Measure 4-3/4" forward from the middle of
the center bolt hole and up 3/4" from the
flange as shown on the inboard side of the
valve cover and mark. (See Figure 3-a.)
C. Make an 11/16" diameter hole at the mark
using a drill or chassis punch. Debur the hole
completely. Thoroughly clean the valve
cover.
D. Install the 1/2" hose fitting into the elbow and
tighten.
E. Insert the elbow fitting through the hole in the
valve cover so the hose fitting points forward. Secure with the special sealing nut
provided in the kit. Make sure to place the
sealing side of the nut against the valve
cover surface.
F. Reinstall the valve cover.
FORWARD FROM
FORWARD
FROM
HOLE 4-3/4"
4-1/2"
HOLE
OIL
FILLER
UP 3/4"
FROM FLANGE
FRONT OF ENGINE
Figure: 3-a
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
FACTORY PULLEY
A. Remove the crankshaft pulley from the
engine.
B. Place the Vortech provided crank pulley spacer and crank pulley into the
stock pulley just removed. (See Figure
4-a.)
C. Make sure the pulleys are properly
centered. Reinstall as a unit using the
3/8-16 x 2 3/4" bolts and washers
provided.
5.
LEFT
VALVE
COVER
NEW ADDITIONAL PULLEY
SPACER
3 BOLTS: 3/8-16 x 2-3/4”
Figure: 4-a
MAIN BRACKET INSTALLATION
NOTE: For 5.0 applications, the water pump
bolt/stud must be modified. Remove
the bolt that is one bolt clockwise
from the top center water pump
bolt. Cut off the stud portion and
reinstall the water pump bolt for
mounting bracket clearance.
A. Mount the Vortech main mounting bracket
to engine using the original fasteners.
B. Remount the power steering pump to the
new bracket using the original fasteners.
C. Reinstall the air conditioner compressor to
the new bracket using the original fasteners.
(See Figure 5-a.)
Figure: 5-a
NOTE: On certain models, the Vortech mounting bracket may need
to be redrilled and tapped to accommodate the M10 x 1.25
threads for the air conditioning mount.
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5.
MAIN BRACKET INSTALLATION, CONT'D.
D. Reinstall the power steering pump pulley.
Make sure that the pulley is properly placed
on the pump shaft so that the end of the shaft
and the front face of the pulley hub are flush.
NOTE: For proper accessory drive belt alignment, it is imperative that
the power steering pump pulley be reinstalled properly. There
should be no recess nor should there be any protrusion of the
shaft. It must be FLUSH.
6.
SUPERCHARGER INSTALLATION
A. Mount the supercharger mounting plate to
the main mounting bracket with four 3/8 - 6
x 1" bolts. DO NOT use any washers on
these bolts.
B. Install the 1/2" drain hose onto the fitting on
the supercharger and secure with the hose
clamp provided.
5.0 and 5.8
Configuration
5.8 Lightning
Configuration
NOTE: Before tightening the clamp,
rotate the clamp housing as
necessary so that it DOES NOT
interfere with the mounting plate
when installed.
NOTE: On Lightning applications, it will
be necessary to remove the coil
and bracket. Modify the bracket
as shown (see Figure 6-b) and
mount the coil onto the
thermostat housing bolt.
C. Lower the supercharger into the bracket and
secure with five 3/8-16 x 1" bolts and AN type
washers provided in the kit.
NOTE: The supercharger discharge has
a different position for either the
standard or Lightning applications (see Figure 6-a).
D. Route the 1/2" drain hose from the supercharger to the fitting on the valve cover and
secure. It may be necesary to trim the length
of the hose. The drain hose should be routed
so that it gradually flows downward with
minimal dips and no kinks.
E. Install the 45° flare to 1/8" pipe fitting into the
oil feed fitting on the supercharger and "clock"
it so that it points to the 4:00-5:00 position
(lower right). Use Teflon paste.
F. Attach the oil feed line and secure away from
all moving parts and the exhaust manifold
with tie wraps.
3
Figure: 6-a
CUT OUT
NOTCH
LIGHTNING COIL BRACKET
Figure: 6-b
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7.
OUTLET PLENUM DISCHARGE TUBE
A. Temporarily place the 2 3/4" diameter blue
sleeve on the supercharger outlet as far as
it will go.
NOTE: If installing the kit on a 5.8
Lightning, disregard points B, C
and D. Install the discharge tube
to the throttle body using the 3"
x 2" sleeve and the clamps
provided. (See Figures 7-a, 7-b.)
B. Slide the two 2" diameter blue sleeves onto
the throttle body inlets, temporarily, as far as
they will go. It is easier to unscrew and open
the clamps and place them after sleeves are
in place.
C. Fit the smaller ends of the plenum into the 2"
sleeves and check the alignment with the
supercharger outlet. It may be necessary to
loosen the bolts on the mounting plate to
achieve proper alignment. In some cases
the socket head screws on the perimeter of
the supercharger must be loosened and the
volute housing rotated slightly. Do not overtighten these screws, torque to 6-8 ft/lbs.
D. Once proper alignment has been achieved,
slide the sleeves onto the plenum and secure with the hose clamps.
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Figure: 7-a - 5.0, 5.8 F-Series/Bronco
Figure: 5-b - 5.8 Lightning
8.
WATER PUMP PULLEY AND FAN ASSEMBLY
NOTE: On 1993 and later model years, it will be
necessary to replace the fan blade
assembly (not the entire fan clutch
assembly) with an earlier model unit.
The Ford part number is E7TZ-8600B.
A. Screw the four 5/16" studs into the water
pump flange.
B. Place the Vortech supplied water pump pulley onto the studs.
C. Lower the fan assembly and fan shroud into
place together.
D. Secure the fan assembly onto the water
pump with the nuts and the washers provided.
E. Secure the fan shroud.
F. Reinstall the stock accessory belt according
to the original diagram.
G. For 5.0 applications, it may be necessary to
shorten the upper radiator hose.
1. Drain enough coolant to empty the upper hose.
2. In the middle of the straight hose section
over the radiator fan, remove a 3" section.
3. Place the supplied tube section into the
two hose ends as a splice, and secure
with the clamps provided.
9.
SUPERCHARGER DRIVE BELT AND
TENSIONER
A. Install the supercharger drive belt on the
new crank pulley and supercharger drive
pulley as shown. (See Figure 9-a.)
B. Install the tensioner assembly onto the supercharger. Make sure the bolt with the
narrow head is placed in the slot nearest the
idler pulley.
C. Using a 1/2" drive breaker bar and extension, set the tension on the belt by moving
the plate and securing the fasteners.
NOTE: DO NOT overtighten the fasteners. Torque to 28-32 ft/lbs.
D. The supercharger drive belt tension should
be about as tight as the accessory drive belt.
It will be necessary to reset the tension
between 250 and 500 miles after the original
installation.
Figure: 9-a
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10. FUEL PUMP
A. Release any pressure from the fuel tank by
momentarily loosening the filler cap.
B. Disconnect the line to the fuel filter by carefully removing the white retaining tab. Attach
the line to the adapter fitting, as shown. (See
Figure 10-a.)
C. Connect the fuel pump inlet to the adapter
with the 3/8" hose provided.
D. Connect the fuel pump outlet to the filter inlet
with the 5/16" hose. Use the supplied Ford
fuel connector and hose clamp.
E. Attach the negative pump terminal to a clean
ground fastener with the wire provided.
F. Mount the Hobbs switch with the 11" tie wrap
to the wiring harness located on the driver's
side plastic inner fender (or any convenient
place free from metal contact).
G. Connect positive terminal on fuel pump to
switch. Attach inline fuse to opposite switch
terminal. Connect a length of wire from fuse
to fuse box for power supply (30 amp A/C
works well).
H. Connect switch to vacuum source with the
provided 5/32" TEE, 1/8" NPT to nipple, and
12" long vacuum line.
I. Secure the fuel pump and hose with the
clamps provided.
J. After installation is complete, start engine
and check system for leakage.
5/16”
HOSE
VORTECH FUEL PUMP
FUEL PUMP
STOCK
FUEL FILTER
GROUND (-)
HOBBS SWITCH
EXISTING
LINE TO
RAIL
EXISTING FEED LINE ADAPTER
FITTING
FROM TANK
3/8” FUEL LINE
Figure: 10-a
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11. FUEL MANAGEMENT UNIT INSTALLATION
CONNECT TO MANIFOLD
VACUUM/PRESSURE
INLET
(FUEL LINE
FROM
STOCK
REGULATOR)
OUTLET
(FUEL FROM
HERE
RETURNS
TO TANK)
Figure: 11-a
BYPASS VALVE
(LIGHTNING ONLY)
MANIFOLD VACUUM TREE
NOTE: Make sure you have routed all
fuel lines away from all moving
parts, sharp edges, exhaust
pipes and manifolds. Secure the
fuel lines with the tie wraps and
hose clamps provided.
FMU
TOP VIEW
E. Connect the 5/32" vacuum line from FMU to
intake manifold fitting and secure (see Figures 11-a, 11-b, 11-c).
F. Install the 3-1/2" flex hose between the air
filter and elbow and secure with hose clamps.
Figure: 11-b
ENGINE
FUEL RETURN LINE
FUEL
MANAGEMENT
UNIT (FMU)
FUEL FEED LINE
A. Mount the fuel management unit (FMU) to
the firewall on the driver's side. Placement
should be on the flat area near the top of the
firewall just below the hood hinge base and
outward from the swinging portion of the
hood hinge. Use the sheet metal screws in
the kit to secure.
B. Using a special tool for springlock connectors, disconnect the stock fuel return line
where it exits the stock fuel pressure regulator near the fuel rail.
C. Snap the Vortech fuel line with the male
springlock connector into the regulator outlet. Attach the other end to the Vortech fuel
management unit inlet. Route the line over
the brake booster and through the existing
clamps.
D. Snap the second line with the female
springlock connector onto the fuel return line
that was connected to the regulator outlet.
Connect the other end to the FMU outlet at
the center fitting. Route this line along with
the first line.
VORTECH
FUEL
PUMP
FUEL
PUMP
FUEL TANK
Figure: 11-c
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12. AIR FILTER COVER AND INLET DUCT
A. Secure the Vortech air filter cover in place of
the stock air filter cover with the original
screws. Replace or clean the air filter element, if necessary.
IMPORTANT: For the 94-96 5.0 and
95-96 5.8, disregard
step A and complete
the following steps
before proceeding to
step B.
1. Remove the air filter cover/MAF assembly. Drill a 7/8" hole into the rear portion
of the cover (the side facing the brake
master cylinder). Reinstall the air filter
cover/MAF assembly onto the air box.
2. Install the supplied 5/8" grommet and
barb fitting into the hole previously drilled
into the air filter cover.
3. Route the supplied length of 5/8" hose
from the valve cover to the air filter
cover. Trim the hose to length and secure with #8 hose clamps.
4. Slide the orange sleeve onto the MAF
housing outlet.
B. Place the 3-1/2" diameter blue sleeve on the
inlet of the supercharger. Insert the 3-1/2" 90° plastic elbow into the sleeve and face
the opening towards the air filter outlet.
Secure with the hose clamps provided.
C. Install the 3-1/2" flex hose between the air
filter and elbow and secure with hose clamps.
IMPORTANT: On Lightning applications, it is necessary to remove the tube
from the valve cover
to the throttle body.
1. Plug the breather tube at the throttle
body with the rubber cap provided.
2. Connect the vent tube on the oil filler cap
to the fitting on the air box with the filter,
hose, and clamps provided.
3. If necessary, trim the hose and secure
with the tie wraps.
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13. 5.8 LIGHTNING SUPPLEMENTAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE BYPASS VALVE
A. Screw the fitting into the new inlet elbow as
shown in the graphic.
B. Install the inlet elbow onto the supercharger
with the fitting on top and pointing towards
the small tube branched off of the discharge
tube.
C. Place the hoses, as shown, on the valve and
secure with the clamps provided.
D. Install the valve with the hoses connected,
between the inlet elbow and discharge tube.
Secure hoses with the clamps.
E. Attach one end of the small sensor hose
onto the valve.
F. Connect the 5/32" vacuum hose from the
bypass valve to the intake manifold vacuum
fitting. See Figure 11-b on page 7.
G. Make sure everything is secure and that no
fuel lines or wires have been accidentally
moved into harm's way.
DISCHARGE TUBE
BYPASS VALVE
CONNECT TO MANIFOLD PRESSURE
INLET ELBOW
Figure: 13-a
14.1 IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION
(NON-LIGHTNING TRUCKS ONLY)
A. The Ignition/Boost Control unit has been
prewired for installation convenience. Installation is a simple matter of disconnecting the
stock connector at the ignition coil and plugging in the new adapter. Then plug the stock
connector into the adapter.
B. The next step is to provide a good ground for
the black wire and mounting the box in as
cool a place as possible under the hood. The
box should be mounted with the aluminum
cover on the bottom.
C. Splice the supplied 5/32" hose and TEE into
the FMU vacuum line and connect to the
Ignition/Boost Control Unit (see Figure 14-a).
D. Route the Ignition/Boost Control wires
through the firewall from the interior side.
Mount the knob in an easily accessible place.
E. Connect the wires to the plastic oval wiring
connector on the Ignition/Boost Control unit
using the snap-on connector supplied in the
Ignition/Boost Control kit.
MANIFOLD
VACUUM
MSD
FMU
Figure: 14-a
NOTE: The wiring to the Boost/Control
knob can be matched to either
of the corresponding wires in
the boost retard connector.
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14.1 IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION (NON-LIGHTNING
TRUCKS ONLY), CONT'D.
TO MANIFOLD
VACUUM
BOOST
RETARD
2
1
BOOST
RETARD
CONNECTOR
0
3
GROUND
BLACK
®
SUPERCHARGERS
Ignition/Boost
Control
MANUFACTURED FOR
VORTECH SUPERCHARGERS
BY
MSD
MAGNETIC
PICKUP
CONNECTOR
(NOT USED)
IGNITION
COIL
WHITE
RED
ORANGE
BLACK
FROM
FACTORY
COIL
HARNESS
Figure: 14-b
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WHITE
RED
ORANGE
14.2 IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION
(LIGHTNING TRUCKS ONLY)
A. Mount the main ignition box under the hood
in a location that will keep the unit as cool
and dry as possible. Use the supplied sheet
metal screws to secure.
B. Route the heavy black cable to a clean
ground. Route the heavy red cable to the (+)
positive battery terminal.
C. Install the ignition/boost retard wiring harness following Figure 14A-a.
D. Mount the retard adjustment knob in an
easily accessible position from the driver's
seat. Attach the black wire to a clean ground
and the red wire to a keyed on 12V power
source or to the red wire from the Vortech
Ignition box. Tape up the end of the yellow
wire to prevent contact with a metal surface.
Route the three-wire harness out into the
engine compartment and connect to the
supplied GM-style map sensor.
E. Route the supplied vacuum line and TEE
from the map sensor to a boost source on
the intake manifold.
FACTORY FORD
HARNESS
(UNPLUGGED
FROM COIL)
SUPPLIED
FORD ADAPTER
HARNESS
HEAVY RED
TO BATTERY +
HEAVY BLACK
TO GROUND –
WIRE TAP
RANE
HI-6R
C cams
®
RED
WHITE
BLACK
ORANGE
CAPACITIVE DISCHARGE IGNITION
WITH AUTO-SEQUENCE REV LIMITER
SUPPLIED
MAP SENSOR
3 WIRE HARNESS
MANIFOLD
VACUUM
RED (12V SWITCHED)
*GREY MAGNETIC
TRIGGER HARNESS (TAPE UP)
BROWN WITH WHITE STRIPE
GREEN (TAPE UP)
C RANE
ELECTRONICS
CONNECT TO
COIL
YELLOW (TAPE UP)
BLACK (GROUND)
R
ET AR D
HI-6R
TIMING RETARD CONTROL
*NOTE: CABLE CONTAINS RED AND BLACK
LEADS. MAKE SURE LEADS DO NOT
CONTACT EACH OTHER AND SHORT UNIT
WHEN TAPING UP
Figure: 14A-a
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15. IGNITION/BOOST CONTROL UNIT OPERATION
A. The Ignition/Boost Control unit is designed
to retard ignition in relation to boost.
B. The unit is adjustable from 0° to 4°of ignition
retard for each pound of boost, up to a
maximum of 20°. (See Figure 15-a.)
C. Using the 1° per pound position as a starting
place, adjust the ignition retard knob until
just beyond the point of detonation. Use third
gear for testing in a safe area or road. Adjust
the retard according to changes in altitude
and fuel quality.
Caution: It is extremely important
that the boost retard never
be turned to 0° using pump
fuel. It is recommended that
in stock street applications,
the knob be at no less than
1° per lb.
Example of Boost
DEGREES OF RETARD
5 psi at 3° per lb.
7 psi at 2° per lb.
15
MAX. RETARD = 15°
10
10 psi at
1/2° per lb.
5
5 7
10
PSI BOOST
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16. FINAL CHECK
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate
the vehicle until ALL
components are installed
and ALL operations are
completed including the
final check.
A. Reconnect the battery.
B. If your vehicle has gone over 10,000 miles
since its last spark plug change, you will
need to change the spark plugs now before
test driving the vehicle.
C. Check all fittings, nuts, bolts and clamps for
tightness. Pay particular attention to oil and
fuel lines around moving parts, sharp edges
and exhaust system parts. Make sure all
wires and lines are properly secured with
clamps or tie wraps.
D. Check all fluid levels, making sure that your
tank(s) is/are filled with 92 octane or higher
fuel before commencing test drive.
E. Start engine and allow to idle a few minutes,
then shut off.
F. Recheck to be sure that no hoses, wires, etc.
are near exhaust headers or moving parts
and for signs of any fluid leakage. Check
ignition timing to make sure it is set to stock
specifications before commencing test drive.
G. PLEASE TAKE SPECIAL NOTE: Operating the vehicle without ALL the subassemblies completely and properly installed may
cause FAILURE OF MAJOR COMPONENTS.
H. Test drive the vehicle.
I. The supercharger drive belt stretches initially and will require adjustment between
250 and 400 miles.
J. Read the STREET SUPERCHARGER SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL AND RETURN
THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM
within thirty (30) days of purchasing your
supercharger system to qualify.
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