Vortech 1986-1993 Ford 5.0L Mustang - Manual (Page 3)

Installation Instructions
Vortech ® Maxflow ® Power Cooler ®
Congratulations on selecting the best performing and most
efficient aftercooler today... the Vortech ® Maxflow ®
Power Cooler
™ !
The Vortech ® Maxflow ®
Power Cooler
™ System was designed as a street/strip oriented aftercooler,
specifically for use on 1986 - 1993 Ford 5.0 Mustangs vehicles equipped with a Vortech Supercharger
producing up to approximately 580 hp. The Maxflow Power Cooler System will fit and work equally
well with other brands of centrifugal superchargers as well as turbochargers, with minor modifications.
As with any power enhancing product, this system is intended for use on healthy, well-maintained
engines. Vortech Engineering 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 a note of the following key points:
1. Use only premium grade fuel 92 octane or higher (R+M/2).
2. Always listen for any sign of detonation (pinging) and discontinue hard use (no boost) until
problem is resolved.
1986 - 1993 Ford 5.0 Mustang
TOOL & SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
• Adjustable Wrench
• Open End Wrenches
(5/16”, 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4”, 7/8” and 18mm)
• Flat #2 Screwdriver
• Phillips #2 Screwdriver
• Pipe Tape (Teflon®)
• Wire Cutters
• Wire Strippers
• Hack Saw
• Round File
• 1” Hole Saw
• Tape Measure
• Drill Motor
• Utility Knife
• 3/8” Ratchet
• 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 8mm,
and 10mm Sockets
• 3/16” Allen Wrench
• 1/2” Breaker Bar
• Soldering Gun
• Hammer
• 1/4” NPT Tap
• 7/16” Drill Bit
• Valve Cover Gaskets (optional)
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the vehicle still has the battery located in the factory position, it must be
relocated into the trunk to make room for the water tank assembly. Vortech part no. 8N150-010
is a Heavy-Duty Battery Relocation Kit that may be purchased separately. Commonly available
“universal” relocation kits may be used but they will most likely contain smaller cable. Additional
fabrication may also be necessary when using a “universal” kit.
Before beginning this installation,
please read through this entire instruction booklet
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