paxton supercharger installation

pjr65stang · 05-04-2008

has anyone installed a paxton supercharger in a carburated mustang? I am thinking of doing this but want to be sure it is worth the high price tag. Were there any unseen hurdles the factory doesn't warn us about?

dakine858 · 05-04-2008

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Originally Posted by pjr65stang

has anyone installed a paxton supercharger in a carburated mustang? I am thinking of doing this but want to be sure it is worth the high price tag. Were there any unseen hurdles the factory doesn't warn us about?

When posting questions, make sure to include the year and model of your Mustang along with major performance mods. Without this info, its almost impossible to answer technical questions.

Veronica · 05-04-2008

Hello.

I've had a couple of Paxton equipped cars, both of them 65 K code Mustangs, and yes, it is well worth it. The installation isn't difficult or complicated at all. It will make a small-block screamer act like a big block screamer.

pjr65stang · 04-12-2009

I just installed the Paxton Supercharger on my 65 convertible. WOW! It is awesome and it looks good too.

Veronica · 04-12-2009

Hi again.

Aren't those things cool?

shommel · 04-17-2009

how does one install it or do you have to be or have a mechanic? how long does it take to install it and will it work on an A code 289? if so how many extra horse does it pick up?

gtjoe · 04-17-2009

Shommel, although I have not personally installed one, I am familiar with the basic process. It can be done by you depending on your mechanical abilities. If you have a/c, you will have to mount the Paxton on the battery side. This means your battery usually ends up in the trunk. With a carbureted engine, the Paxton kit will come with a "box" that encloses the carb in order to pressurize the charge of air to the engine. Your "A" code will work, but you should check with Paxton to see what carb they recommend, I believe it's a Holley 600 with mechanical secondaries. Expect about 40% increase in power.

Little Mule · 04-19-2009

what kind of mods do you have to do before you can safely add on the paxton supercharger? suspension, battery move..?

pjr65stang · 07-08-2009

it is a simple install especially if you have any mechanical abilities. can easily be done in a weekend. You must have some knowledge of how to adjust the air / fuel mixture on the carb. Paxton recommends a Barry Grant Demon carb. so far it has been well worth the cost. depending on the build of your engine it can add up to 60% increase in horsepower.

Dare1 · 07-09-2009

ugh i want one so bad

i will own one someday soon though! good job on successfully installing it. how's she run?

snaranjo · 07-10-2009

Is there any bottom-end considerations needed before adding a Paxton? Did the K-code use forged internals? Clearly you might want to beef up the brakes and maybe the handling a bit.

snaranjo · 07-10-2009

pjr65 - that Paxton units looks very, very nice under your hood. What motor did you install it on? C-code, A-code?

pjr65stang · 08-05-2009

my A code was rebuilt prior to installing the paxton supercharger. The front end has coil over shocks and I installed new disc brakes on all corners. It runs great. Nearly silent until you get on the throttle and create boost. Although pricey, I highly recommend this for instant performance.

snaranjo · 08-05-2009

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Originally Posted by pjr65stang

my A code was rebuilt prior to installing the paxton supercharger. The front end has coil over shocks and I installed new disc brakes on all corners. It runs great. Nearly silent until you get on the throttle and create boost. Although pricey, I highly recommend this for instant performance.

What went into your rebuild? Forged bottom end? And what about heads? Just trying to figure out the Paxton unit would be an addition for me to consider without lots of additional work on my recently rebuilt 289. I WANT ONE!

pjr65stang · 09-02-2009

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Originally Posted by snaranjo

What went into your rebuild? Forged bottom end? And what about heads? Just trying to figure out the Paxton unit would be an addition for me to consider without lots of additional work on my recently rebuilt 289. I WANT ONE!

The bottom end is pretty much stock. i have edlebrock aluminum heads, a mild Comp Cam and roller rockers.