The high-performance crank-case injected model of the SVS can be installed
in approximately 1 hour.
All of the needed hardware is included with the unit.
The SVS system is designed for hi-performance use. The user shall determine the suitability of the product for their intended application and user assumes all risks and liability in connection therein. In no event shall Brucato, Inc. be responsible for damages or injury from any source.
The following instructions should be read in their entirety before beginning installation. If you are unsure of performing any step described, please contact your dealer.
| Step 1 |
Disconnect battery. |
| Step 2 |
Unplug the electronic control
unit from the wiring harness on the engine. |
| Step 3 |
Disconnect throttle rod assembly
by removing it from the air horn and the throttle arm, unscrew the white
plastic piece from the throttle arm end and set this piece aside. For 2.5
L models, remove and save the black slotted piece on the other end, also. |
| Step 4 |
Remove the three bolts that attach
the electronic control unit to the air horn, then remove it from the air
horn, but leave the control unit mounted to the bracket, save the bolts
for later steps. |
| Step 5 |
Locate and remove the bolts that
attach the air horn to the base plate. Remove air horn by tapping gently
on it to break it loose from the gasket. |
| Step 6 |
Remove the two bolts attaching
the fuel regulator to the base plate, save bolts, DO NOT remove it from
the fuel rail at this time. |
| Step 7 |
Locate and remove all remaining
screws on the base plate. |
| Step 8 |
Remove base plate and reed blocks
from engine crankcase, set reed blocks aside for inspection. |
| Step 9 |
Inspect reed petals on reed blocks,
if any are chipped or burned on the edges, it is advisable to replace them
now, making sure they seal correctly. |
| Step 10 |
Clean the crankcase mounting surface
of any gasket material. |
| Step 11 |
Remove the (6) #10 screws from
the cover plate of the SVS. Lift cover and remove slide assembly. Set these
parts aside. |
| Step 12 |
Locate the 1/4-20 x 3/4 cap screws
in kit. Install the reed blocks to the SVS base plate with a new gasket,
DO NOT torque tight reed blocks to base. |
| Step 13 |
Locate the remaining 1/4-20 x
3/4 cap screws, (4) heavy washers are supplied to be installed under the
mounting screws located in the center of the base plate. It is very important
that the washers are in place or damage will occur to the base plate. Install
the SVS base plate with reed blocks to the engine crankcase. DO NOT torque
tight base plate at this time. |
| Step 14 |
Once the base plate is installed,
remove one screw at a time from each side of each reed cage and apply loctite
to the threads, reinstall and torque to 60-inch pounds evenly. |
| Step 15 |
Tighten the remaining SVS base
plate screws, working from the middle to the outer screws evenly, and torque
to 60-inch pounds, loctite should be used. |
| Step 16 |
Locate the throttle slide assembly,
lubricate both sides with light oil, install slide assembly into SVS base
plate and slot in bell crank arm, making sure it is free of any dirty materials
that may cause binding of throttle assembly. |
| Step 17 |
Locate the SVS outer cover plate,
install with (6) #10/24 x 7/8 stainless cap screws and lock washers supplied
in the kit, loctite and torque to 25-inch pounds. |
| Step 18 |
Install the electronic control
unit to the 'starter' side of the SVS base plate. Loctite and torque to
60-inch pounds, make sure bolts do not bottom out in the base or damage
may occur. |
| Step 19 |
Plug the electronic control unit
back into the engine’s wiring harness. Make sure the ground wire
for the ECU is properly installed and tight. |
| Step 20 |
Mount the fuel regulator onto
the SVS base plate with the same bolts used during disassembly. Loctite
and torque to 40-inch pounds. Note: Cut 3/4" to 1" off the rubber fuel
line on the pressure side of the fuel rail to ensure a proper fit, tighten
hose clamp. Reconnect battery power and turn on the fuel pump, making sure
you have no fuel leak. |
| Step 21 |
Reconnect the yellow tygon hose
coming from the center bearing scavenge system to the fitting next to the
bell crank assembly on the SVS base plate. Attach fuel pressure regulator
vacuum hose to the nearest elbow on the top of SVS, then attach the ECU
vacuum hose to the other elbow on the top of SVS. |
| Step 22 |
Locate the throttle rod and heim
joint supplied in the SVS kit. If you are installing the SVS on any engine
with a fixed timing advance, refer to step 23. If you are installing the
SVS on any engine with a mechanical advance, refer to step 24. |
| Step 23 |
Locate the white plastic barrel
that was removed during disassembly and screw it onto the opposite end
of the throttle rod where the heim joint is located, until it has fully
threaded into the barrel. With both the SVS throttle slide and the throttle
arm on the engine in the fully closed idle position, adjust the throttle
rod length to the preferred mounting hole in the bell crank assembly. Don't
forget the jam nut, the two holes are provided for those who prefer a fast
or a slow moving throttle. Once you have adjusted it to the desired position
and length, install the throttle rod with the screw and spacer provided.
Note: It is very important to loctite the screw that attaches the joint
to the bell crank. Tighten to 60-inch pounds of torque. |
| Step 24 |
Locate the white plastic barrel
that was removed during disassembly and screw it onto the opposite end
of the throttle rod where the heim joint is located, until it has fully
threaded into the barrel. Locate the black slotted piece that was removed
during disassembly and replace the heim joint with the slotted piece, and
don't forget the jam nut. With both the SVS throttle slide and the throttle
arm on the engine in the fully closed idle position, adjust the throttle
rod length so that the slotted piece will not move the throttle slide on
the SVS before the advance arm moves. The throttle arm should move the
length of the slot. On these models, SVS provides for a backlash spring.
Note: The spring is not to be thought of as a return spring, its purpose
is for backlash. |
| Step 25 |
Make sure that the throttle stop
screw on the engine is adjusted so that it will not allow any extreme pressure
on the SVS throttle slide in the wide-open position. Adjust the idle stop
screw in the same manner, also check for any binding that may occur in
the action of the throttle. This includes both the control box and cable,
or a foot throttle and cable. If any binding does occur, identify the cause
and correct the problem. |
| Step 26 |
The SVS kit provides (3) 1/2" spacers
and (3) outer flange rings. By changing the length of the intake tract,
you will find the best performance for your application. With the SVS,
the combinations are endless. |
| Step 27 |
Use loctite when mounting any
spacer directly to the base. Using the correct screw lengths provided will
ensure trouble-free operation. |
| Step 28 |
Look over the entire engine to
make sure you have not left anything loose or out of place. If so, correct
it now. It is very important that the installation instructions be read
and understood by all who perform the installation process. |
| Step 29 |
Start engine and adjust the idle
speed to your desired RPM by adjusting the set screw on the front of the
bell crank. |
The SVS Stackable Velocity System is a registered trademark and is patented under #5636612.
The SVS intake system is for use on 1997 or earlier motors. For use on 1998 or newer models, application must be for competitive use only. User must determine suitability and proper use and assumes responsibility for use in all applications, including compliance with EPA-regulation Emissions Inventory Improvement Program (EIIP). Brucato, Inc. assumes no liability for improper application or use of any SVS intake system.
Brucato, Inc.
4743 CHRISTIAN CHAPEL ROAD
NEW HILL, NORTH CAROLINA 27562
(919) 718-0249