Oil system modifications – Paxton Superchargers Mustang Cobra, NOVI 1000 System User Manual

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Fig. 5-a

Fig. 5-b

OIL SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS

The Novi 1000 supercharger relies on pressurized

engine oil for its lubrication . The following steps

show how to install the oil feed and drain lines .

*** NOTE ***

Do not attempt this step with a hammer and

punch, as you will severely dent the front of the

pan.

Mark the front of the engine oil pan 1-1/8"

below the pan rail and between the two pan

rail bolts, directly in the center of the small

“hump” . Drill a pilot hole with a 3/16" drill

bit after smearing the drill bit with heavy

grease to prevent small metal particles from

falling into the pan . (See Fig. 5-a .)

Once the hole has been drilled, insert a

straight length of welding rod or heavy wire

(such as a coat hanger) into the hole approxi-

mately three inches to see if it contacts any of

the reciprocating assembly (connecting rod,

crankshaft counterweight) . If it does, turn the

engine over and repeat the process until no

interference is encountered .

Next, apply a small amount of anti-seize lubri-

cant to the tip of the punch (see Fig 5-b), and

insert it into the pilot hole . Hit the punch with

an air hammer carefully using small bursts,

until the punch is inserted up to its shoulder .

*** NOTE ***

use extreme caution not to make the hole too big,

or the drain fitting will not fit and the pan will be

ruined.

Section 5

OIl SYSTEM MODIFICATIONS

Apply a liberal amount of heavy grease to a

3/8" by 18 NPT tap (not included), and gradu-

ally thread into the hole .

*** NOTE ***

Only run the tap 2/3 of the way in. Otherwise the

fitting will not seal properly.

Clean the threads using a clean rag and an

approved solvent, such as carburetor cleaner .

Apply a small amount of silicone RTV to the

threads of the supplied 3/8" pipe to -8 fitting

and insert into the hole, being careful not to

over-tighten . The hex nut of the fitting should

be clear of the pan, leaving some thread

showing . Install the supercharger drain hose

fitting so that the elbow is oriented toward the

passenger side, away from the harmonic

dampener . (See Fig 5-c .)