Superformance Mk III Manuel utilisateur
Superformance Mk III
Owner’s Manual
Third Edition
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Authorized Dealer
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Model: _______________________________________
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Superformance® Mk III Owners Manual Third Edition
Superformance® is a registered trademark of Superformance LLC.
This document is copyright © 2009-2011 by
Michael H. Stenhouse. Do not reproduce by any means including
electronically without specific written permission on a case by case
basis.
Portions of this document have been obtained from other sources
by permission and remain the property of those sources.
Michael H. Stenhouse, Ph.D.
Second Strike LLC, the Superformance Owners Group
Davidson NC 28036-4600
www.SecondStrike.com
Version 2010.37
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CONGRATULATIONS!
Lance Stander of Superformance LLC and Jimmy Price of Hi-Tech
Automotive would like to extend their thanks and congratulate you
on your purchase of the Superformance Mk III.
The Superformance Mk III is the only Shelby licensed product in
the industry. You now own a piece of one of the great
accomplishments in automotive hi-performance history. With your
decision to purchase our Mk III, you now own the finest product in
the industry.
We wish to thank Mike Stenhouse, (Second Strike – the
Superformance Owners Group and SCORE – the Superformance
Owners Registry), Randall Thomas (SCOF – the Superformance
Owners Forum), the Superformance Dealers and the
Superformance Owners for all their support through the years.
They have created a network that provides owners with valuable
information, historical perspective, and social interaction.
On behalf of the entire Superformance and Hi-Tech family we
thank you for your purchase of our Superformance Mk III. You are
now about to create your own memories and enjoy the history,
beauty, and performance for many years to come.
Lance Stander
Superformance LLC
Jimmy Price
Hi-Tech Automotive
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INTRODUCTION
The Third Edition of Superformance Mk III Owners Manual has
been created by and for Mk III enthusiasts who working together
build, sell, service, own, and drive these magnificent machines.
Superformance provides the rolling chassis that is the core of these
machines. The owners add their own engine, transmission, options,
and customizations to create their own personal machines tailored
to their individual vision.
In order to be of greater use to you the owner, this manual contains
information, suggestions, and recommendations far beyond the
equipment provided by Superformance. It is up to each owner to
evaluate the information, suggestions, and recommendations
contained in this manual and to make his/her own determination if
they are applicable to his/her situation. The use of such
information, suggestions and recommendations is entirely the
responsibility of the individual owner. Any questions should be
directed to your Superformance dealer.
Photographs of many different cars are included in this manual,
some with optional equipment and some with owner installed
equipment.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
This manual is dedicated to the memory of Bob Olthoff, legendary
Cobra driver and respected Superformance dealer, and to his wife
Baby Olthoff, a great friend of many Superformance owners.
Many thanks to the members of the Editorial Committee for this
manual who contributed their time, effort, and considerable
knowledge to this project.
Craig Aylsworth SP 1265
Hal Copple SP 672
Blas Costagli SP 760
Mike Evangelo Technical Advisor
Dan Mroz SP 1689
Dennis Olthoff Olthoff Racing Inc.
Gary Osborne SP 569
Lance Stander Superformance LLC
Randall Thomas SP 455, SP 1002
Jim Vander Wal SP 1855
Bill Wells SP 156
Mike Stenhouse SP 218
Author and Editor-in-Chief
Second Strike LLC
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
There are additional sources of technical documentation, historical
documentation, maintenance procedures, service parts, upgrade
parts, vendor supplied information, and changes and updates.
Changes to the list are frequent. Please refer to the Technical
section of the Second Strike website for the current list.
Go to www.SecondStrike.com and click on the Technical Section.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Congratulations! ................................................................iii
Introduction ........................................................................iv
Acknowledgements ............................................................v
Additional Information........................................................v
Table of Contents...............................................................vi
List of Figures ...................................................................xv
List of Engineering Changes ........................................xviii
List of Owner Provided Information ...............................xix
Specifications......................................................................1
General Specifications .......................................................................1
Models........................................................................................................ 2
Chassis........................................................................................................ 2
Body ........................................................................................................... 2
Fittings........................................................................................................ 3
Front Suspension ........................................................................................ 3
Rear Suspension ......................................................................................... 3
Steering ...................................................................................................... 3
Pedal Box ................................................................................................... 3
Exhaust System .......................................................................................... 3
Instrumentation and Controls ..................................................................... 3
Interior........................................................................................................ 4
Top ............................................................................................................. 4
Cooling....................................................................................................... 4
Fuel System................................................................................................ 4
Dimensions..........................................................................................6
Superformance Equipment Options .................................................7
Major Component Variations.............................................................9
Engine ........................................................................................................ 9
Transmission .............................................................................................. 9
Differential ............................................................................................... 10
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Wheels...................................................................................................... 11
Standard 15” Wheels ....................................................................................... 12
Optional 17” Wheels........................................................................................ 12
Tires.......................................................................................................... 12
Recommended 15” Tire Sizes.......................................................................... 12
Recommended 17” Tire Sizes.......................................................................... 12
Brakes....................................................................................................... 13
Ford Brakes...................................................................................................... 13
Wilwood Brakes .............................................................................................. 13
Parking Brake........................................................................................... 14
Coil Over Shocks ..................................................................................... 14
Anti-Sway Bars ........................................................................................ 15
Windscreen and Cowl Height................................................................... 15
Seats ......................................................................................................... 16
10th Anniversary Edition .......................................................................... 16
Identifying Engineering Changes ............................................................. 16
Individual Specifications..................................................................17
Engine ...................................................................................................... 17
Transmission ............................................................................................ 17
Differential ............................................................................................... 18
Wheels...................................................................................................... 18
Tires.......................................................................................................... 18
Brakes....................................................................................................... 18
Shocks ...................................................................................................... 18
Anti-Sway Bars ........................................................................................ 18
Windscreen............................................................................................... 18
Seats ......................................................................................................... 18
Chassis Identification.......................................................................19
Mk III Chassis Number ............................................................................ 19
Mk III Car Number................................................................................... 20
VIN - Vehicle Identification Number....................................................... 20
Operation...........................................................................21
Dashboard Layout ............................................................................21
Variations ................................................................................................. 21
Mk III SC Style Dashboard, Original Version ......................................... 22
Mk III SC Style Dashboard, New Version ............................................... 23
Mk III Roadster Style Dashboard, Original Version ................................ 24
Mk III Roadster Style Dashboard, New Version...................................... 25
Instrumentation.................................................................................26
Tachometer / Rev Counter (1).................................................................. 26
Speedometer (2) ....................................................................................... 26
Odometer Reset (3) .................................................................................. 27
Oil Temperature Gauge (4) ...................................................................... 27
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Water Temperature Gauge (5).................................................................. 27
Ammeter or Voltmeter (6)........................................................................ 28
Fuel Gauge (7).......................................................................................... 28
Oil Pressure Gauge (8) ............................................................................. 29
Warning Lights and Buzzers ...........................................................29
Alternator Warning Light (9) ................................................................... 29
Hi-Beam Pilot Light (10) ......................................................................... 30
Indicator Repeater Light (11) ................................................................... 30
Brake Fluid Warning Buzzer (12) ............................................................ 30
Switchgear and Controls .................................................................30
Ignition (13).............................................................................................. 30
Windscreen Washer (14) .......................................................................... 31
Automatic Radiator Fans (15) .................................................................. 31
Manual Radiator Fan or Electric Fuel Pump (16) .................................... 31
Dashboard Dimmer (17)........................................................................... 32
Windscreen Wiper (18) ............................................................................ 32
Headlights and Running Lights (19) ........................................................ 33
Turn Signals (20)...................................................................................... 33
Horn / Hooter (21).................................................................................... 33
Cigar Lighter Receptacle (22) .................................................................. 33
Heating and Ventilation....................................................................34
Heater Temperature (23) .......................................................................... 34
Blower Fan (24) ....................................................................................... 34
Heater and De-Mister (25)........................................................................ 34
Fresh Air Vents (26, 27)........................................................................... 34
Vehicle Entry, Access, and Operation............................................35
Keys.......................................................................................................... 35
Hood / Bonnet .......................................................................................... 36
Trunk / Boot ............................................................................................. 37
Monza Gas Cap and Locking Gas Cap..................................................... 38
Fuel Octane Requirement......................................................................... 38
Doors ........................................................................................................ 39
Entry/Exit - Side Exhausts ....................................................................... 40
Seat Adjustment ....................................................................................... 40
Seat Belts.................................................................................................. 41
Tonneau Cover ......................................................................................... 43
Soft Top Styles ......................................................................................... 45
Soft Top Fasteners.................................................................................... 46
Dot Fasteners ................................................................................................... 46
Tenax Fasteners ............................................................................................... 46
One Window Soft Top ............................................................................. 47
Procedure for Fitting the Soft Top ................................................................... 47
Removing the Soft Top.................................................................................... 49
Folding the Soft Top........................................................................................ 50
Storing the Soft Top and Side Windows.......................................................... 51
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