Vortech 1998-2001 5.7L LS1 F-Body - Manual (Page 6)

P/N: 4GK020-010
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Before beginning this installation, please read through this entire instruction booklet and the
Street Supercharger System Owner's Manual and Automotive Limited Warranties Program.
Vortech supercharger systems are performance improving devices. In most cases, increases in torque
of 30% to 35% and horsepower of 35% to 50% can be expected with the boost levels specified by
Vortech Engineering, Inc. This product is intended for use on healthy, well maintained engines.
Installation on a worn-out or damaged engine is not recommended and may result in failure of the engine
as well as the supercharger. Vortech Engineering, LLC is not responsible for engine damage.
Installation on new vehicles will not harm or adversely affect the break-in period so long as factory break-
in procedures are followed.
For best performance and continued durability, please take note of the following key points:
1. Use only premium grade fuel 91 octane or higher (R+M/2).
2. The engine must have stock compression ratio.
3. If the engine has been modified in any way, check with Vortech prior to using this product.
4. 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 either a high grade SF rated engine oil or a high quality synthetic
lubricant, and change the oil and filter at least every 3,000 miles. Never attempt to extend the oil
change interval beyond 3,000 miles, regardless of oil manufacturer's claims, as potential
damage to the supercharger may result.
6. Before beginning installation, replace all spark plugs that are older than 1 year or 20,000 miles
with original heat range plugs as specified by the manufacturer (follow the procedures outlined
in 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 every
40,000 miles and spark plug wires at least every 60,000 miles.
TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
• Factory repair manual
• 3/8" socket and drive set: SAE & metric
• 1/2" breaker bar and 4" extension
• Flat #2 screwdriver
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench
• Combination wrenches: SAE and metric
• 1/8", R (.339) drill bits
• 1/4", 3/16" allen wrenches
• 1 gallon factory specified engine coolant
• 1.25" hole saw
• 1 quart factory specified power steering fluid
• Power steering pulley puller and installer
• Thread sealer
• Hose cutter or knife
• Loctite threadlocker
NOTE: If your vehicle has in excess of 20,000 miles since its last spark plug change, then you will need:
• Spark plug socket
• 8 - new OE heat range spark plugs
Congratulations on selecting the best performing and best supported automotive
supercharger available today... the VORTECH ® Supercharger!
1998 - 2002
GM F-Body LS1
Installation Instructions
• 5 quarts factory specified motor oil/oil filter
• Spring-lock fitting disconnect tool
• 3/8" drill motor
• Wire cutter/crimp tool
• Torque wrench
• 1/8, 3/8 NPT taps
GM TOOLS
• J 41816
Crankshaft balancer
remover (or equivalent)
• J 41816-2 Crankshaft end protector
• J 42386 Flywheel holding tool
• J 41665 Crankshaft balancer and
sprocket installer
• J 36660 Torque angle meter