Vortech Supercharger Install - 5th-Gen Thumper

In order to install the air-to-air intercooler, the front fascia needs to be removed. If you're doing this at home, don't let it scare you. It doesn't take long to remove, but there are a few steps you need to follow. First, there's a total of six push-pin retainers on the upper support that need to come out.

With the front wheels turned, there are two more push-pin retainers, including five 10mm bolts, three 220 torx bolts, and one 7mm bolt that need to be removed from both sides of the fascia.

Lastly, remove the two remaining 10mm bolts underneath the nose.

Before removing the fascia completely, you'll need to reach behind and unplug the single electrical wiring connector that operates the entire lighting system.

Ultimately, this is how you want the intercooler to rest. There are three 13mm bolts on each side of the bumper reinforcement that need to be removed first. Once out, you can rest the intercooler on the front framerail, however once the pipes are connected, it will locate and center itself properly. The supplied intercooler is good for up to 900 rwhp; should you opt for the YSi down the road, Vortech also offers a larger intercooler as an additional option.

On The Rollers
Baseline numbers showed 335 hp at 6,000 rpm with 337 lb-ft at 4,430 rpm. Post results revealed a gain of 169 hp and 109 lb-ft with 504 hp at 6,050 rpm and 446 lb-ft at 5,480 rpm.

The bypass is included with the kit and purges the excess air into the atmosphere when lifting off the throttle. The only work required is to tie in the vacuum line onto the brake booster.

The only other modification required is relocating the factory ambient air temperature sensor. All you have to do is drill a hole into the plastic adjacent to the original mounting area and press in it.

Moving back up top, it's just a matter of installing the MAF sensor into the supplied air inlet pipe and reinstalling the factory engine cover. Note: the engine cover will need to be trimmed slightly to clear the blower housing.