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PQ · 01-02-2011, 02:20 AM

So tomorrow, after church, I will begin the install.

It's been killing me having this thing here and not getting on it.

Any tid bits of advice, experiences, warnings, or ideas you think might help, just post away.

I followed a regional thread already and got a few pointers and things to look out for, but too many is not enough. lol

I will update the progress as I go. May take a week or so. I'm gonna shoot some video and I can't devote all my time to it. But I don't expect it to take any longer. I will update here as I go with pics and any problems or items.

My first question after looking over the book; Is there a substitute for the "Lubriplate" lubricant?

Because my blower was previously installed on another Camaro I don't have a few things. The previous owner boxed it up and left a few out. I can improvise on most of it but this is one I'm not sure on.

On a side note, Bonnie told me to go have it installed by a pro. I told her they wanted 1400.00 and she said do it because the Emergancy Room visit last time I worked on the car was WAY more than that.

Not expecting any injuries this time.

My Maggie.

I don't know the guy personaly, but I know Tim. It was not Tim who sold me the unit but Tim does his engine work and Tim put me in touch with him. Tim didn't pack the unit up or anything. And still to Tims credit has taken good care of me.

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zebra · 01-02-2011, 02:26 AM

zebra · 01-02-2011, 02:28 AM

i knew you couldn't let Chris out-do ya!

call me if you need any help

wkdivr · 01-02-2011, 07:50 AM

Make sure you have an adequate supply of 1/4in drive metric sockets, wobblers, extensions, and universal joints to get at all of the intake bolts. And remember, INCH pounds, not foot pounds. You can get "Lubriplate" at any parts store, but I think any white lithium grease will work.

speedster · 01-02-2011, 07:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PQ

My first question after looking over the book; Is there a substitute for the "Lubriplate" lubricant?

In what context? Maggie end housing lube? assembly lube? gasket lube ? Lubriplate is usually a synthetic based lube by Mobil. They also do food grade stuff if you plan on gnawing on your maggie or Bonnie

. You may want to ask Brian, Jessika or Simon at MagnaCharger.

Because my blower was previously installed on another Camaro I don't have a few things. I can improvise on most of it but this is one I'm not sure on.

You may also want to be in contact with the person whose car it was previously on...

Silver2SSRS6spd · 01-02-2011, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PQ

So tomorrow, after church, I will begin the install.

It's been killing me having this thing here and not getting on it.

Any tid bits of advice, experiences, warnings, or ideas you think might help, just post away.

I followed a regional thread already and got a few pointers and things to look out for, but too many is not enough. lol

I will update the progress as I go. May take a week or so. I'm gonna shoot some video and I can't devote all my time to it. But I don't expect it to take any longer. I will update here as I go with pics and any problems or items.

My first question after looking over the book; Is there a substitute for the "Lubriplate" lubricant?

Because my blower was previously installed on another Camaro I don't have a few things. I can improvise on most of it but this is one I'm not sure on.

On a side note, Bonnie told me to go have it installed by a pro. I told her they wanted 1400.00 and she said do it because the Emergancy Room visit last time I worked on the car was WAY more than that.

Not expecting any injuries this time.

My Maggie.

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Subscribed and rooting you on. Looks like the pictures were taken in your bedroom, your not sleeping with that thing, are you? Ask Jessika if she can send you a tube of the lubricant, bet she will or offer an alternative.

Silver2SSRS6spd · 01-02-2011, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by wkdivr

Make sure you have an adequate supply of 1/4in drive metric sockets, wobblers, extensions, and universal joints to get at all of the intake bolts. And remember, INCH pounds, not foot pounds.

Kwaz1335 · 01-02-2011, 08:19 AM

Tips from someone who did their own install:
Take your time: you wouldn't want to break something or lose a neccessary part in the bowels between the frame and engine.

Install the water hoses for the intercooler system on the back of the supercharger before putting the supercharger in place. I found this out the hard way and, it took longer than it should have being; it was the hardest thing to do working in the space provided.

Don't forget the small brass intercooler plug. Mine was not in the intercooler when I installed it. Took me a while to figure out where the leak was coming from.

Relax, the more you rush to get this done; the more problems you will have later on.

Install the tune before disconnecting the battery. You will be working with fuel lines and I suggest you do disconnect the battery. All it takes is one spark to have a flare up. Nothing may seem wrong on the outside but the fumes you were inhaling just seared your lungs. Not good!

Another hard thing to do is locking the bolts down between the supercharger driveshaft and the engine. I used an adjustable T bar with a socket end. Having these bolts torqued to spec is not exactly done to a science however, if they are as tight as you can get them without snapping them; you shouldn't have any problems.

If you have the GM ground effects kit; there should be two holes available to route the hoses through. Although hard to find at first; they are there.

If your only going to run the stock 6 lbs: If you have tried everything and still can not get that crank bolt out. You can run the system without pinning the crank until you can get to a shop that has the tools to do so. I wouldn't reccomend running your system permanety this way as without a pinned crank you run the risk of spinning the crank pulley on it's shaft causing a lot more problems and headaches than you need.

Remember, your going to be pushing a lot more power and you will be tempted to get on it a lot more. The amount of time to stop will increase and the from end of your vehicle will feel a tad heavier. Until you get used to the difference I'd suggest taking things easy.

During initial startup: look for leaks and listen for anything unusual. If all is well, take a ride driving normally then look over everything again; as things that are going to happen will present themselves during the initial ride. If you feel comfortable; open her up and enjoy!

n2oSS · 01-02-2011, 08:20 AM

one good tip is put the hoses on the rear of the supercharger before you install it. I would also suggesst getting some stiffer hoses becuase the maggie ones bend and crease easily. Remember to burp the engine and watch temp guage after install to.

Silver2SSRS6spd · 01-02-2011, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by n2oSS

Remember to burp the engine and watch temp guage after install to.

Silver2SSRS6spd · 01-02-2011, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kwaz1335

Don't forget the small brass intercooler plug. Mine was not in the intercooler when I installed it. Took me a while to figure out where the leak was coming from.

Relax, the more you rush to get this done; the more problems you will have later on.

Great tips!

klatterblast · 01-02-2011, 09:02 AM

congrats and good luck with the install.

Darth_Emma · 01-02-2011, 09:03 AM

Subscribed. This is so exciting! I know Randy has been looking forward to this for quite some time.

thesnoopster · 01-02-2011, 09:32 AM

Way to go PQ!!! You are getting BLOWN!!!! LOL .... Get er done!!!

01-02-2011, 02:20 AM	#1
PQ Booooosted. Drives: 2010 Supercharged SS Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Mobile, AL Posts: 36,716 View My Garage	My Maggie install......... So tomorrow, after church, I will begin the install. It's been killing me having this thing here and not getting on it. Any tid bits of advice, experiences, warnings, or ideas you think might help, just post away. I followed a regional thread already and got a few pointers and things to look out for, but too many is not enough. lol I will update the progress as I go. May take a week or so. I'm gonna shoot some video and I can't devote all my time to it. But I don't expect it to take any longer. I will update here as I go with pics and any problems or items. My first question after looking over the book; Is there a substitute for the "Lubriplate" lubricant? Because my blower was previously installed on another Camaro I don't have a few things. The previous owner boxed it up and left a few out. I can improvise on most of it but this is one I'm not sure on. On a side note, Bonnie told me to go have it installed by a pro. I told her they wanted 1400.00 and she said do it because the Emergancy Room visit last time I worked on the car was WAY more than that. Not expecting any injuries this time. My Maggie. I don't know the guy personaly, but I know Tim. It was not Tim who sold me the unit but Tim does his engine work and Tim put me in touch with him. Tim didn't pack the unit up or anything. And still to Tims credit has taken good care of me. __________________ Last edited by PQ; 01-13-2011 at 04:35 PM.

01-02-2011, 02:26 AM	#2
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Posts: 10,625 View My Garage	__________________ Eve ('00 FRC): hot-air intake Rowan ('09 H3): 5spd mom-mobile Penny ('99 Sierra): 5.3 / HD 5spd... gone but not forgotten Samson ('18 HD): compounded 408

01-02-2011, 02:28 AM	#3
zebra just can't seem to leave Drives: your mom wild!! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: cold & windy Posts: 10,625 View My Garage	i knew you couldn't let Chris out-do ya! call me if you need any help __________________ Eve ('00 FRC): hot-air intake Rowan ('09 H3): 5spd mom-mobile Penny ('99 Sierra): 5.3 / HD 5spd... gone but not forgotten Samson ('18 HD): compounded 408

01-02-2011, 08:19 AM	#8
Kwaz1335 The Kwaz Drives: Black 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 259 View My Garage	Tips from someone who did their own install: Take your time: you wouldn't want to break something or lose a neccessary part in the bowels between the frame and engine. Install the water hoses for the intercooler system on the back of the supercharger before putting the supercharger in place. I found this out the hard way and, it took longer than it should have being; it was the hardest thing to do working in the space provided. Don't forget the small brass intercooler plug. Mine was not in the intercooler when I installed it. Took me a while to figure out where the leak was coming from. Relax, the more you rush to get this done; the more problems you will have later on. Install the tune before disconnecting the battery. You will be working with fuel lines and I suggest you do disconnect the battery. All it takes is one spark to have a flare up. Nothing may seem wrong on the outside but the fumes you were inhaling just seared your lungs. Not good! Another hard thing to do is locking the bolts down between the supercharger driveshaft and the engine. I used an adjustable T bar with a socket end. Having these bolts torqued to spec is not exactly done to a science however, if they are as tight as you can get them without snapping them; you shouldn't have any problems. If you have the GM ground effects kit; there should be two holes available to route the hoses through. Although hard to find at first; they are there. If your only going to run the stock 6 lbs: If you have tried everything and still can not get that crank bolt out. You can run the system without pinning the crank until you can get to a shop that has the tools to do so. I wouldn't reccomend running your system permanety this way as without a pinned crank you run the risk of spinning the crank pulley on it's shaft causing a lot more problems and headaches than you need. Remember, your going to be pushing a lot more power and you will be tempted to get on it a lot more. The amount of time to stop will increase and the from end of your vehicle will feel a tad heavier. Until you get used to the difference I'd suggest taking things easy. During initial startup: look for leaks and listen for anything unusual. If all is well, take a ride driving normally then look over everything again; as things that are going to happen will present themselves during the initial ride. If you feel comfortable; open her up and enjoy! __________________ Ordered:3/13/09 1100: 3/13/09 3300: 5/12/09 Picked up and brought home 6/26/2009 2010 Black on Black SS/RS Camaro Silver stripe package Ground effects package 6 Speed Manual Transmission with Hurst short throw, Magnuson Supercharger, SLP loudmouth 1 kit.

01-02-2011, 08:20 AM	#9
n2oSS Drives: 2010 SS2 Camaro Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 434 View My Garage	one good tip is put the hoses on the rear of the supercharger before you install it. I would also suggesst getting some stiffer hoses becuase the maggie ones bend and crease easily. Remember to burp the engine and watch temp guage after install to. __________________ Mods: Dynatech Headers, High flow cats, MSD 8.5 wires, magnaflow bullits, Halltech intake, SCT tuner, maggie tvs 2300, Jannetty Tune, BMR driveshaft safety loop, Pfadt drop springs, Pfadt rear trailing arms, Pfadt rear tie rod, ACT Twin Disc Clutch, DSS Aluminum Driveshaft. Appearance Mods: AAC Concept Sidemarkers, P13W Plasma LED Bulbs, Iforged Classics 20". Next Mods: Cam and Fuel System.

01-02-2011, 07:50 AM	#4
wkdivr Drives: 2004 GMC Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: W.Pa Posts: 43	Make sure you have an adequate supply of 1/4in drive metric sockets, wobblers, extensions, and universal joints to get at all of the intake bolts. And remember, INCH pounds, not foot pounds. You can get "Lubriplate" at any parts store, but I think any white lithium grease will work.

01-02-2011, 09:02 AM	#12
klatterblast Drives: 2010 camaro 2ssrs blk. Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: walker la. Posts: 1,732 View My Garage	congrats and good luck with the install. __________________ 2010 Hennessey HPE650 2SSRS Blk/Blk Magnuson TVS2300,ported heads,cam,Hotchkis suspension. Weld 17”s, Mickey Thompson’s.

01-02-2011, 09:03 AM	#13
Darth_Emma Psssssssssshhhhhhhhhhhhh! Drives: under contruction Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Marysville, Ohio Posts: 12,996 View My Garage	Subscribed. This is so exciting! I know Randy has been looking forward to this for quite some time.

01-02-2011, 09:32 AM	#14
thesnoopster Drives: '17 Fifty SS - '18 Traverse Redline Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 3,616	Way to go PQ!!! You are getting BLOWN!!!! LOL .... Get er done!!! __________________ 2017 Camaro SS -"FIFTY" Mods: "93 Octane"

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