1st Gen. Lightning.

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Sep 8, 2007 | 06:04 AM

W6e6s6W

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From: Maryland

1st Gen. Lightning.

I like the first generation of lightnings (and love the second),
But I'll be looking for a new ride when my 88 ranger dies.
I was wondering if you put a supercharger on a 95 lightning,
would you have to upgrade any components like piston rods,
driveshaft, etc. ?

Sep 8, 2007 | 12:08 PM

wd13

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If you keep the boost at moderate levels (6-8lbs) you wouldn't need any internal modifications. I would however, recommend larger injectors and a good tune with the addition of a supercharger.

Sep 14, 2007 | 04:01 PM

Blurry94

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From: Calhoun GA

Those shortblocks can handle quite a bit; 10-12psi wont be a problem for a daily driver as long as the tune is dialed in properly.

I'd also recommend installed an aftermarket valve body to firm up the shifts and reduce friction and a set of traction bars to keep the dreaded wheel hop from snapping an axle and or driveshaft.

Nov 12, 2007 | 12:11 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Blurry94

Good advice in these posts. I can't stress enough how important it is to get a chip and tune. The stock blocks can easily handle 12 pounds of boost but with a bad or no tune all kinds of bad things can happen. The dyno tune and chip will also tighten up your shifts. The tune I had done allows me to run a race tune and with the flick of a switch go back to a much safer daily driver tune. A little pricey $500.00 including Chip and the dyno passes required to complete the tune, but much cheaper than a new short block.
My 2 cents
Mike