Vortech Engineering Automobile Accessories 4GD020-010 Manuel D’Utilisation

P/N: 4GD020-010
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26APR01 V1.2 

(4.3L V-6/S-10-(4GD))

A. The supercharger uses engine oil for lubrication and

must have an oil feed line connected to a filtered oil
access on the engine.

B. Remove the 3/8” NPT plug located on the engine block

just above the oil filter boss. Replace the plug with the
supplied 3/8" NPT elbow. Connect the remaining fittings
as shown (see 

Fig. 3-a

).

C. Connect the supplied feed line to the flare fitting and

make a gentle downward loop around and back toward
the front of the engine (see 

Fig. 3-b

). Secure the hose

with the tie wraps provided, routing it away from exhaust
heat, chaffing and/or sharp objects. Temporarily cover
the open end from debris until the connection is made
to the supercharger in step 5.

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D. Tap the hole with a 3/8" NPT tap approximately 1/4" deep.

Pack the flutes of the tap with heavy grease to hold
chips.

E. Thoroughly clean the threaded area. Apply a small

amount of silicone sealer to the new threads. Apply more
sealer to the supplied 3/8" NPT x 1/2" barb fitting.  Install
the fitting into the pan.  Make sure a seal is formed
around the entire fitting.

F. Drain the engine oil, install a new filter and refill with

fresh oil.

G. Reattach anti-roll bar and crank trigger connector.

Use clean engine oil on the pipe threads.

Teflon tape and sealant is not recommended,
as it might loosen and cause blockage of the
small oil feed orifice resulting in supercharger
failure.

4WD MODELS: Connect the feed hose and fittings to
the remote oil filter boss at the front of the vehicle.  (see
Fig. 3-c)

Fig. 3-c - 4WD only

Fig. 3-a

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Fig. 3-b - Rear View, 2WD only