96 GT Ford Racing / SVO project

AStangThang · Feb 8, 2019

95opal said:
Ive polished, powdered and painted many intakes. Paint is by far my favorite for many reasons, ether way you go prep is key and the most time consuming. jFYI powder does chip and scratch and can only be cleaned with mild soap and water so dont be fooled by the hype.

I've had great success with mine for 7 years.

Patientzero · Feb 8, 2019

Like someone else above mentioned I would have it media blasted. It will give you a more even finish and get into all the little nooks and crannies that the wire wheel wont.

Burninriverdiver · Feb 12, 2019

Sorry for the lack of replies and updates. I'm out of town but will get back to it when I'm home.

I'm going to keep chipping away at it with sanding/wire wheel and paint stripper. If I can't get it down to a presentable surface I'll definitely consider the media blasting.

I'm not 100% on paint or powder but the upside of painting is that I can touch it up down the road with minimal cost. I am pretty sure that I don't have the patience for polishing though!

Burninriverdiver · Feb 12, 2019

Silver95bird said:
A red scotch Brite pad will help a bunch in the smaller corners. Mine is still in the natural aluminum, so I haven't had to go through this myself. Are there any markings between the two plugs in the back? Is the printed tag still on the nose? Is it readable? I'm the one running the registry of these, so we can determine how many were made, and hopefully of each type.

There were some numbers stamped and etched but the tag on the nose is long gone. I'll let you know what they are when I get back in town

lwarrior1016 · Feb 12, 2019

What about doing tech primer and then automotive grade base coat/clear coat? I’ve done a few engines like that and my old painter buddy has done numerous engine/transmissions that way. The high temp rattle can paint will not hold up at all.

Burninriverdiver · Feb 13, 2019

Silver95bird said:
A red scotch Brite pad will help a bunch in the smaller corners. Mine is still in the natural aluminum, so I haven't had to go through this myself. Are there any markings between the two plugs in the back? Is the printed tag still on the nose? Is it readable? I'm the one running the registry of these, so we can determine how many were made, and hopefully of each type.

Top near the throttle body

Stamped at the base of the top

On the coolant crossover

In the back

That's all the markings I've come across so far. There might be something on the bottom but I need to knock off some more paint to be sure

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AStangThang · Feb 14, 2019

Burninriverdiver said:
Top near the throttle body

Stamped at the base of the top

On the coolant crossover

In the back

That's all the markings I've come across so far. There might be something on the bottom but I need to knock off some more paint to be sure

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Have you found out what year blower it is? Where would you get rebuild kits for it at?

Burninriverdiver · Feb 14, 2019

AStangThang said:
Have you found out what year blower it is? Where would you get rebuild kits for it at?

I don't know what year it is but it is made for NPI heads based on the coolant ports.

It has new rear bearings so I'm not too worried, but based on the design I believe the M112 rebuild kit would be compatible.

96blak54 · Feb 14, 2019

Since its labeled as an SVO blower, all SVO heads were tear drop shaped ports like npi.

AStangThang · Feb 14, 2019

Burninriverdiver said:
I don't know what year it is but it is made for NPI heads based on the coolant ports.

It has new rear bearings so I'm not too worried, but based on the design I believe the M112 rebuild kit would be compatible.

I always wanted one of those kits, I think there pretty neat for an older Ford blower, and should make some decent power. I can't wait to see what it will look like when you get done. At least you know about a rebuild kit, and that's a big buy or pass option when buying one of those blowers. Its going to look good snugged in there.

OLD H2S · Feb 15, 2019

Send it to Steigmier for a check over..

Silver95bird · Feb 15, 2019

There were m463 units made with the Ford Racing logo on top, and PI ports. Wouldn't be surprised if they didn't change the coolant opening when they did. Some came with NPI ports and owners carved them into a PI shape also.

That number on the top, I don't remember mine having one there. I'll have to look later. Mine has the BQxxxxxxx number stenciled between the two rear plugs, and some have other markings there. I may have seen something new.today.

Astangthang,
What do you mean by what year blower?
They were kits available from 1998-2004 ish, give or take. I'd imagine any m112 rebuild kit would work, but honestly there's not much to rebuild.

FYI, it's really common for people to believe these were m90 blowers. Between the Thunderbird SC, the later roush m90 blowers, and a magazine article that incorrectly id'ed these as m90's, it's become a common misconception. The m112 is a much longer rotor, it's obvious in person though.

AStangThang · Feb 15, 2019

Silver95bird said:
There were m463 units made with the Ford Racing logo on top, and PI ports. Wouldn't be surprised if they didn't change the coolant opening when they did. Some came with NPI ports and owners carved them into a PI shape also.

That number on the top, I don't remember mine having one there. I'll have to look later. Mine has the BQxxxxxxx number stenciled between the two rear plugs, and some have other markings there. I may have seen something new.today.

Astangthang,
What do you mean by what year blower?
They were kits available from 1998-2004 ish, give or take. I'd imagine any m112 rebuild kit would work, but honestly there's not much to rebuild.

FYI, it's really common for people to believe these were m90 blowers. Between the Thunderbird SC, the later roush m90 blowers, and a magazine article that incorrectly id'ed these as m90's, it's become a common misconception. The m112 is a much longer rotor, it's obvious in person though.

I didn't know if the if the serial # linked it to a specific year, that's all I meant by that.

Burninriverdiver · Feb 15, 2019

OLD H2S said:
Send it to Steigmier for a check over..

It seems to be ok for now but I checked out there site and it looks like they do some porting too. Thanks for the info, it'll be good for down the road!

Burninriverdiver · Feb 15, 2019

Silver95bird said:
There were m463 units made with the Ford Racing logo on top, and PI ports. Wouldn't be surprised if they didn't change the coolant opening when they did. Some came with NPI ports and owners carved them into a PI shape also.

That number on the top, I don't remember mine having one there. I'll have to look later. Mine has the BQxxxxxxx number stenciled between the two rear plugs, and some have other markings there. I may have seen something new.today.

Astangthang,
What do you mean by what year blower?
They were kits available from 1998-2004 ish, give or take. I'd imagine any m112 rebuild kit would work, but honestly there's not much to rebuild.

FYI, it's really common for people to believe these were m90 blowers. Between the Thunderbird SC, the later roush m90 blowers, and a magazine article that incorrectly id'ed these as m90's, it's become a common misconception. The m112 is a much longer rotor, it's obvious in person though.

Thanks for the info! It seems like these would be a little difficult to find if you're looking for them. I happened to stumble on this one but I'm glad I did

Burninriverdiver · Feb 15, 2019

Ordered an OEM lightning MAF sensor, 42lb injectors and alternator relocation bracket from MMR. I guess I'm going to give up the air conditioning. I'll need to buy some coolant hoses but other than that it should be mostly my own labor and time from here on out. Planning to get ahold of @2002BLGT for some tuning once I put it together

Silver95bird · Feb 16, 2019

To each their own, I guess. I couldn't see giving up my AC, but maybe I'm just lazy that way.

Burninriverdiver · Feb 16, 2019

Silver95bird said:
To each their own, I guess. I couldn't see giving up my AC, but maybe I'm just lazy that way.

I debated back and forth but I really want to clean it up and showcase the supercharger more.

My wife also reminded me that the AC quit working towards the end of the summer (I forgot) but the compressor still spun and recharging it didn't do anything. So if I wanted AC I'd have to chase down an issue anyway, this made the decision easier

evilcw311 · Feb 16, 2019

Live in an area where the heat and humidity is unbearable in the summers. No way I could give up my ac. Especially since mine is black on black leather.

I don’t see how some of y’all do it.

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96blak54 · Feb 16, 2019

10% body fat!

Unless youre built like lwarrior, 10% body fat, stacked like a dang brick house....i swear that guy would have the a/c running in the Canadian winter wearing shorts and t-shirt.