Could someone that has a Lightning explain the workings of the intercooler setup on the engine. Does it have an external pump? Is it a completely seperate system from the engine cooling? I have heard talk of a resevour also.

Mike

 

Hey KSMike
Yes, the intercooler setup is a totally closed system (except when they are leaking )
There is a separate intercooler fluid reservoir and pump which will operate anytime the key is on and the temp is above 40F or so.
The intercooler coolant from the factory is ethylene glycol/water mix just like the engine coolant, but the two systems are totally separate.
Hope I could help...

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Brad Lynskey
99.5 SVT Lightning
Oxford White
#1791, born 6/1/99, delivery taken 6/29/99
CD changer, tow package
Lund Premier soft tonneau
Lumar window tint, rubber bed mat
K&N Filter, Soon to be chipped

 

Location of the intercooler reservoir on the Lightning.




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1999 Black Roush-Lowered Lightning - w/Super Chip (YEEEOW!), JBA Headers, F-1 Cobra hood, Power Surge air kit, CD Changer, Towing Package,Grey Rhino, clear corner lenses.

 

Thanks alot for the help, Sixpipes and Brad. Is there a seperate radiator also? It seems like an additional heat exchanger filled with ice could be put inline also to get a temporary colder charge. Or do you think that this would be a wasted effort?

Mike