Paxton Superchargers Universal Big Block Mopar 440 Carbureted System - Manual (Page 9)

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Section 1
INTRODUCTION
C
ongratulations! You have purchased the fin-
est street Supercharger available. The center-
piece of this kit is the highly efficient and
reliable Paxton Automotive Corp. NOVI-1500
supercharger. A mechanically driven (by belt) cen-
trifugal blower (supercharger).
This kit comes with all of the parts you’ll need for
a successful installation. The operations required
have been grouped in order of sequence. Photos
and drawings accompany the text, allowing quick
orientation and parts identification.
Installation requires a selection of tools which are
listed on page vi.
We also suggest that you obtain a shop manual and
become familiar with the details of your cars sys-
tems.
For best results follow the instructions closely and
in sequence. The average installation time for this
kit is 6 hours. Your actual installation time will
depend on skill level and working conditions. The
estimate does not include time for initial vehicle
inspection, cleaning, fine tuning or troubleshooting.
Before even picking up a wrench, read this entire
manual. We are available for technical assistance at
(805) 487-3796, 8am-4:30pm pacific time.
After reading the manual, verify that all major
assembly groups are present in the main kit box.
You should have ample space to layout the compo-
nents. As you remove a box or bag from the main
kit, note the identification label and compare it
with the parts list. Please check the box for small
parts.
Paxton makes every effort to insure that all parts
are included in the box. However, if you discover
any missing or mislabeled parts, please contact
Paxton by phone for service.
*** WARNING ***
DO NOT attempt installation if any part(s) are missing
from this kit. Failure to contact Paxton prior to beginning
installation will result in a charge for any missing parts.
Before starting the installation, we suggest your
engine compartment be clean. You can clean the
engine and compartment with a pressure washer
(such as those used at self serve car washes) and a
safe-for-aluminum cleaner/degreaser. Cover the
distributor with a plastic bag to prevent water from
entering.
*** CAUTION ***
We do not recommend proceeding with the kit installation
unless your vehicle is within normal operating parame-
ters.
You are undoubtedly enthusiastic about getting
started on your project, but take just a little more
time to insure that your safety is not jeopardized. A
moment’s lack of attention can result in an acci-
dent, as can failure to observe certain simple safety
precautions. The possibility of an accident will
always exist, and the following points should not
be considered a comprehensive list of all dangers.
Rather, they are intended to make you aware of the
risk and to encourage a safety conscious approach
to all work you do on your vehicle.
We look forward to hearing from you, particularly
if you have any comments or suggestions regarding
this manual at:
(805) 487-3796
Paxton Automotive Corporation
1300 Beacon Place
Oxnard, CA 93033
E-mail Address [email protected].
*** NOTE ***
Throughout these procedures the word “discard” is used
periodically in relationship to items that will no longer be
utilized in conjunction with the supercharger installation.
It is recommended that these items be saved for future use
should it become necessary.