adding a supercharger
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adding a supercharger
i have been looking at a powerdyne supercharger for my 92 f-150 5.8. i was just wondering what was involved in installing it and if i need to make any major engine modifications. i figured i would need new injectors and fuel pump and mess with the timing, but is there anything else other than that? any help is appreciated.
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From: Calhoun GA
For the money it's a pretty decent kit, and should come with everything you need. You'll need to back the intial timing down a couple degrees to prevent detonation. Or, you could leave the timing where it's at and run a boost retard.
The injectors will be fine for a 6-8psi kit since it comes with an FMU, but if you're going to replace them then get a larger set, like 30's. With larger injectors you'll need some type of tuning so they'll work with your computer. In any case, a dyno tune would be the best way to tie everything together. I'd also recommend running a bypass valve....I don't think the kit comes with one.
The injectors will be fine for a 6-8psi kit since it comes with an FMU, but if you're going to replace them then get a larger set, like 30's. With larger injectors you'll need some type of tuning so they'll work with your computer. In any case, a dyno tune would be the best way to tie everything together. I'd also recommend running a bypass valve....I don't think the kit comes with one.
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A bypass vavle bypasses air from the discharge to the suction of the supercharger. Basically, it is a way of controlling discharge air temps when normal cruising and it helps to limit boost between the discharge of the supercharger and the throttle body. Another beneift of a bypass is for high boost or IMO any boost, when the throttle closes after a hard run or during a shift, it provides a route for the compressed air to relief to. Otherwise the impeller will try and stop and other bad things can start to happen. If your kit does not come with a bypass valve I highly recommend getting one.
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Since your truck is SD (I think), then you can just vent the bypass valve out into the atmosphere because the air isn't "metered" like a MA truck.
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From: Calhoun GA
Originally posted by BLEGOAT
www.ProCharger.com
www.ProCharger.com
Edit: Come to think of it...I'm not sure if Pro Carger makes a factory kit for pre 96 Ford trucks, Unless one of their dealers is making their own custom kits for these trucks.
Last edited by Blurry94; Mar 22, 2004 at 10:33 AM.
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My bad, reading to fast again.
Also, It says that 97 is the cut off for the Ford truck, but you could call.
With the ProCarger, everything has to do with the intercooler. That is how they get away from not have to mess with the computer or the timing.
My bad on the miss understanding.
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Also, It says that 97 is the cut off for the Ford truck, but you could call.
With the ProCarger, everything has to do with the intercooler. That is how they get away from not have to mess with the computer or the timing.
My bad on the miss understanding.
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