Engine cooling system modification, cont'd – Paxton Superchargers Ford 5.0L Mustang GT User Manual

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Fig. 3O

2. With the wooden support in place, provide slow

and gentle pressure to the top of the metal end

of the A/C line using a large screwdriver or pry-

bar. Apply enough pressure for the A/C line to

move away from the engine approximately 2-3”.

See Fig. 3P and 3Q to see the before and after

difference that is required. Make sure that the

joint where the aluminum tube joins the base

mount does not absorb the bending load, or the

joint may crack. See Fig. 3O.

Loosen the forward-most ground wire on the tab

on the passenger side strut tower. Reclock it to

run as close as possible to the strut tower and

retighten. The locking tab will deform in the new

position.

3. ENGINE COOLING SySTEM MODIFICATION, cont'd

Fig. 3Q: After

Fig. 3P: Before (Stock)