Installation Manual: GT500 FRPP Supercharger System (750HP) (A1R2)
Last Updated: Aug 19
th
, 2010
Page 4 of 35
Tie Straps
These will be useful for securing the wiring harness away from the installation area as directed in the
Illustrated
Installation Guide
. They are inexpensive and will be very handy during installation.
Sealants
Blue Loctite™#242 or equivalent, Red Loctite™ #271 or equivalent. All bolts that need Loctite™ are marked with:
Loctite™ (#242 blue) threads and
Loctite™ (#271 red) threads
. Thread sealant such as pipe Teflon
must be used on all pipe threads.
Chemicals and lubricants
You will need some cleaner/degreaser such as carb cleaner.
You’ll be required to fill your intercooler system with approx. 1 gallon of distilled water and Ford approved engine
coolant. Red Line Water Wetter is also a great additive, Whipple recommends using 4 bottles during installation. This
is not supplied in the system, you can find the coolant and Redline at any local auto parts store.
Motor oil will be useful as a lubricant and should be readily available during installation.
Vacuum
A vacuum is necessary to clean up any debris resulting from grinder use.
Clean Shop Towels
Use these to keep the installation area clean.
Pre-Installation Checklist
Before installing your Whipple Ford Racing Supercharger Kit, complete the following checklist.
!!
CAUTION
!!
Failure to complete the Pre-Installation Checklist may result in severe engine damage
after installation is complete.
1. Verify Condition of Vehicle: Before the supercharger kit is installed, ensure the engine runs smoothly and that
the factory malfunction indicator light (MIL) is off. Only install the supercharger kit if the engine runs smoothly
and
the MIL is off.
!!
CAUTION
!!
This product is intended for use only on stock, unmodified, well-maintained
engines. Installation on a worn-out or modified engine is not recommended
without factory computer and fuel system modifications. Custom engine
configurations could require custom tuning and other supporting modifications.
2. Verify Fuel Octane: Ensure fuel of 91-octane or higher is in the vehicle fuel tank. If the octane grade is not
known, drain the fuel tank completely and fill to 1/8
th
with fuel of 91-octane or higher.
!!
CAUTION
!!
Use only 91 octane fuel or higher. If fuel of less than 91-octane is present in the
vehicle fuel tank, the tank must be completely drained and refilled with 91 or
higher octane to 1/
8
th
of a tank.
