Ok so I'm wondering how easy it would be to install an 02 lightning supercharger on my 03 5.4 Screw FX4. I know some of you are probably thinking why would you wanna do that. To you I say why the heck not!!! Here's the link to the supercharger I was looking at http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewi...d=200614168625

 

I think it would be cool but you can get the same performance by turboing it my buddy has a cobra that was converted from supercharged to a turbo. It puts out 18lbs of boost.

 

Still quite a few things you need to upgrade to run it. But go for it.. I would if I had the $ to do it, and repair it when my tranny blew up.

 

Just realize that there are other supporting mods that should be done to allow the engine to "reliably" operate and last.

Whatever costs up front to ensure a reliable engine will surely be cheaper than the cost for repair.

'charged F150s are always cool!

 

That's a good deal.. I looked at the link. I'd buy it but the other guys are right.. Just putting it on your engine with out preping it for it... Your engine won't last long.

 

You need to FULLY understand superchargers and fuel tuning before you commit yourself to buying. A PROPER setup will be fine for the engine, but you ALWAYS have to expect the worst (such as the engine and tranny blowing) and have the backup money just in case something happens.

Expect to spend about $1500 for the lightning blower, intake manifold, MAF, fuel injectors, and boat load of other crap you need to buy.

You will also need to buy a programmer, and have the truck dyno'd after the blower is installed. The truck will NEED to be tuned with the proper A/F ratios so you don't blow the engine. If you install that blower without tuning it, you WILL blow the engine.

It's a good idea to upgrade the transmission as well. You can probably get away with 400 whp on the stock tranny, but it is a crap shoot, and it could blow at any time. Or, it just may last a few years.

Moral of the story: do your research. Know what you are getting into. You MUST have $2000-3000 in "backup" money, in case the engine or tranny blows. Unless of course, you have another daily driver.

Don't get discouraged. Superchargers are a great way to increase HP. They are safe, as long as you get the engine tuned properly, and you have the knowledge to backup your decision. Believe me, I have built several turbo'd/supercharged engines

 

Thought about putting the 3.8 super off a mustang on my 4.2 but realized by the time I got the 3.8 manifolds, retuned the computer, put a new clutch in to handle the power, and buy the supercharger it would be close to going with a much easier mechanical turbo diesel swap. Especially when I could easily mod the diesel with cheaper, compressor housings, injectors, and gov springs that would easily put the engine in the 280 horse range and 400+ lb-ft. If you see it wise to spend the time and money to put the blower on then go for it as long as your willing to make it work.

 

mustangs never got blowers for the 3.8L.

 

There is an aftermarket blower for them. Or used to be. It was like $500 from a V6 stang racing site.

 

he would probably be better off scoring a lightning motor and 4R100.

Those OEM hyperteutenic pistons are only as strong as the first detonation.