Vortech 1986-1993 Ford 5.0L Mustang - Manual (Page 7)

REMOVE OIL
FILLER TUBE
1/16"
2. Valve Cover Modification
Passenger side valve cover modification
A. With a hack saw or a die grinder carefully cut
off the oil filler tube shown.
B. You should have approximately 1/16” of lip
remaining.
C. With a hammer, carefully fold the remaining
1/16” lip inward until a secure grommet fit is
achieved.
D. Grind or file the remaining oil filler flange
square as shown in the graphic. Deburr and
remove sharp edges.
E. Thoroughly clean the valve cover ensuring that
the there are no chips or shavings in the internal
oil baffle.
F. Install the supplied rubber grommet and the
90 ° plastic crankcase vent tube, pointing toward
the distributor. (See Photo)
G. Using the new gasket (or old gasket if in good
condition), reinstall the valve cover.
Drivers’ side valve cover modification
A. To provide a hole for the new oil fill cap it is
necessary to drill a hole in the top of the valve
cover.
B. Measure and mark the location to be drilled.
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NOTE: It is imperative that the supplied
rubber grommets are fitted during the
fabrication process and material is removed
carefully.
NOTE: The valve cover MUST BE HELD
SECURELY or the hole saw will walk, creating
an oval shaped hole, preventing a proper
seal for the oil fill cap.
Passenger Side Front View
Photo - 1
90 ° Vent Tube
1/4” NPT x 5/8” Barb
Rubber Grommet
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