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Replace your Vortech oil nozzle and feed line!
5/19/2005 12:53:00 PM
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This new product from HP Stainless caught our eye because it solves
several concerns and problems that many Vortech supercharger owners ask us about.
If you have ever broken the oil-feed nozzle on your Vortech supercharger, or
if you would simply like to improve the look of the oil pressure feed line and
nozzle, HP Stainless's new nozzle replacemet kit is the perfect product for
you. Machined from 303 Stainless steel, this nozzle is an exact replacment for
your OEM brass nozzle, only it has MUCH greater tensile strength and lasting
ability - plus it provides a super-clean look! Sold as a complete oil. feed
assembly, this kit includes the stainless nozzle and screen, new copper seal,
stainless braided hose line, and Aircraft quality "AN" stainless steel
fittings. All kits are custom made to fit each application as designed by Vortech
Engineering, LLC.
When we got our hands on one of HP Stainless's oil feed nozzle
kits, we decided to put it to the test on a 1999 Chevy Tahoe equipeed with an
SQ S-Trim Vortech supercharger. Upon opening the package, we instantly fell
in love with the stainless steel fittings and steel-braided lines - not that
we don't like Vortech's ruby red rubber hose - we just prefer the stainless
look :). The kit featured very high quality components - "AN" fittings
and even Adel clamps to secure the new lines!
Installation was a breeze - we completed the installation a single
lunch break using basic hand tools. The supplied installation instructions were
great, but we found the installation was so easy that we didn't even need them. For product info and pricing, click here.
Here's how the installation went:
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Here's
the stock Vortech rubber hose and brass fittings next to our new HP Stainless
replacement kit - clean! |
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| 2. |
Our
stock Vortech setup - looks nice, but we like stainless! |
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| 3. |
Simply
disconnect the stock hose and swivel hose fitting from the stock brass
nozzle. then remove the fire sleeve from the rubber line and slide over
one end of the new stainless braiede line. |
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| 4. |
Replace
the stock brass fittings and nozzle with new stainless fittings and nozzle
included with the kit. |
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Connect all lines and secure with supplied Adel clamps - check for tightness.
Check for any leaks. Lastly, do a big burnout and go find some competition
on the streets (not really). |
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For product info and pricing, click here.
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