I'm about to install the novi 2000 kit and read the paperwork. The list includes a 37/64 drill bit. I don't see it mentioned in the instructions. Am I just overlooking it? What's it used for?
thanks again
I'm about to install the novi 2000 kit and read the paperwork. The list includes a 37/64 drill bit. I don't see it mentioned in the instructions. Am I just overlooking it? What's it used for?
thanks again
Tapping the oil pan? Mine was already done previously, but that's my guess. I don't remember seeing a drill bit, but do remember the punch that was included.
13 lb. Paxton Novi 2000 supercharger, 80 mm C&L MAF, AFM Power Pipe, 70mm BBK TB, Stage II Cobra intake, Stage II Twisted Wedge heads, 1.6 roller rockers, F303 cam, Keith Craft 306 w/ flycut pistons, DSS main support, ARP hardware, Romac balancer, 3-row radiator, 180 degree thermostat, MSD 6A ignition, MSD Blaster coil, JMS Custom Chip, FRPP wires, Full Aeromotive fuel system with 42lb. injectors, 1 3/4" BBK Long-tubes, Off-road BBK H-pipe, Mac Flow-Paths, Mac 2 ½” tailpipes, T-5 w/ FRPP clutch, Hurst shifter, 3.73's, Cobra R's, Nitto Drag Radials, Removed back seat, spare tire, and sway bar, GT rear wing
521 rwhp, 472 rwtq
You're lucky, I wish mine was already tapped. I thought that was what it was for, also, but the instructions make no mention of it. Oh well, I guess I'll find out when I get rolling.
Its for tapping the oil pan.
1993 Mustang LX 5.0
Engine:
1993 Mustang LX 5.0
306
Paxton Novi2000 12psi
Trickflow Track Heat Heads
Trickflow Street Heat Intake
Trickflow Stage 2 cam
Scorpion 1:6 RR
70mm BBK TB
80mm Pro-M Shorty
PowerPipe
42# Injectors
BBK 1 3/4 Long tube
Flowmaster Catback
Crane HI-6/PS2 Coil
Every other Bolt on available
518 RWHP 478 FT-LBS Torque
Do not fear the "tapping of the pan", it's pretty easy & straightforward. Just take your time & use plenty of grease, lol sounds like a cheesy line outta sex ed class :D
I thought you didn't drill the hole....only used the punch to size the hole, then tap it.???
White GT
Ranger
04 GSXR 1000
Mobius V 22'
01 Saleen 10.75@121 - sold
You have to drill a pilot hole and then use the punch. I did mine when the pan was off the motor. Not too big of a deal. I had a bung welded onto my new aluminum pan.
Chris
9.05@152 with a T-Trim on BFG Drag Radials
NMCA SR6381
You drill, check to make sure you drilled in the right place, punch and tap.Originally posted by scheister
I thought you didn't drill the hole....only used the punch to size the hole, then tap it.???
-Ross
88 GT - Novi'd 302
98 Cobra - N/A 281
Originally Posted by Doug
ok thanks guys--one more question--why do some people say to use an air hammer, others say to use a mini sledge, and then others say to use a normal hammer. What is the purpose of using a hammer other than a conventional hammer?
White GT
Ranger
04 GSXR 1000
Mobius V 22'
01 Saleen 10.75@121 - sold
Unless you've done it a few times already, DO NOT USE AN AIR HAMMER!!!! If you are too high it is possible to hit the crank or rods. If you measure 3 inches up from the bottom of the pan, you will be fine. Drill the pilot hole, use the big *** punch and a big ole' hammer. After your first couple of blows, use a long skinny phillips screw driver and insert it in the hole. Make sure there is nothing in the way. If its all clear, bang away. Use a ton of wheel bearing grease on the tap and put some in the hole and start your threads. When it is all threaded, wipe all of the grease away. Another trick that I do is put a magnet on the tap the night before. When you go to use it the next day it will be magnatized.
Doug
Last edited by Doug; 12-02-2003 at 01:39 AM.
14-1 compression 402ci with a little nitrous
Wow...dude, those are some great tips! Thanks!
White GT
Ranger
04 GSXR 1000
Mobius V 22'
01 Saleen 10.75@121 - sold
You're welcomeOriginally posted by scheister
Wow...dude, those are some great tips! Thanks!
14-1 compression 402ci with a little nitrous
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