Vortech Supercharger System - V-1 Ti-Trim - GM LS-Swap - EFI Fuel - Polished (1997-2013 C5/C6 Corvette FEAD) 4GX218-138T
Polished V-1 Ti-Trim LS-Swap EFI Supercharger System for C5/C6 FEAD
The Vortech Supercharger System with V-1 Ti-Trim (PN 4GX218-138T) is a universal LS-swap EFI supercharging system engineered around the 1997-2013 C5/C6 Corvette front engine accessory drive (FEAD). Featuring a high-visibility polished finish, this system delivers Vortech's proven centrifugal performance with rigid mounting and dependable belt control for high-output LS swap builds.
Designed for fuel-injected Chevrolet LS engines using LS1/LS2-style intake manifolds, this package provides the core airflow and drive components required for performance street and race applications. Supporting fuel system upgrades and custom calibration are required to match boost and power targets.
V-1 Ti-Trim Supercharger Technology
The V-1 Ti-Trim centrifugal supercharger is known for its balance of airflow capability, efficiency, and durability. Utilizing Vortech's advanced compressor design, the Ti-Trim is a popular choice for LS builds seeking strong midrange and top-end power while maintaining manageable intake temperatures.
This configuration uses clockwise (CW) rotation with a curved discharge and passenger-side mounting, optimized specifically for LS-swap installations based on the Corvette FEAD architecture.
LS-Swap / Corvette FEAD Configuration
This system is designed for vehicles using a C5/C6 Corvette accessory drive equivalent to GM 19257325 or GM 19202977. Proper belt alignment requires a compatible water pump and harmonic balancer. The billet aluminum bracket combined with a steel reinforcement plate provides rigid, stable supercharger mounting under boost.
Included Components
- V-1 Ti-Trim supercharger with 3.60" 10-rib pulley (CW rotation, curved discharge, passenger-side mount)
- Billet aluminum base mounting bracket with required hardware
- 3/8" thick nickel-plated steel supercharger mounting plate
- Supercharger drive assembly
- Integrated manual belt tensioner with sealed-bearing tensioner pulley
- 10-rib supercharger drive belt
- Billet aluminum 10-rib supercharger crank pulley (6" diameter, hard-anodized)
- Crank pulley spacer compatible with Summit SUM-C2501
- High-grade mounting hardware
- Supercharger air inlet filter
- Mandrel-bent aluminum discharge tube with silicone sleeves and clamps
- Vortech Maxflow Race Bypass Valve with filter
Performance Expectations
- Boost Pressure: Approximately 8-10 PSI at 6,000 RPM (typical LS1/LS2)
- Power Gains: Approximately 30% to over 75% (engine dependent)
- Installation Time: Approximately 4-6 hours
Required Components (Not Included)
- C5/C6 Corvette accessory drive system (GM 19257325 or GM 19202977)
- ACDelco 19195105 water pump or equivalent
- Summit harmonic balancer SUM-C2501
- Boost-referenced fuel pressure regulator
- Larger fuel injectors
- High-flow fuel pump
- Custom engine calibration
Optional Pulley Components
- Vortech 2A031-347 - 10-rib supercharger pulley, 3.47"
- Vortech 2A031-333 - 10-rib supercharger pulley, 3.33"
- Vortech 2A031-312 - 10-rib supercharger pulley, 3.12"
- Vortech 4MA018-051 - 7.0" crank pulley
- Vortech 4MA018-061 - 7.8" crank pulley
Note: Alternate pulley combinations require different-length supercharger drive belts. No tuning is provided with this system.
Quick Specs
- Manufacturer: Vortech Superchargers
- Part Number: 4GX218-138T
- System Type: LS-Swap Supercharger System
- Supercharger: V-1 Ti-Trim
- Fuel Type: EFI
- Mounting: Passenger Side
- Drive System: 10-Rib Serpentine
- Finish: Polished
Fitment
- 1997 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 1998 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 1999 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2000 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2001 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2002 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2003 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2004 Chevrolet Corvette C5
- 2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2006 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2007 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2008 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2009 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2010 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2011 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2012 Chevrolet Corvette C6
- 2013 Chevrolet Corvette C6
Emissions & Legal Notice
- NOT AVAILABLE OR LEGAL FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA
- Not CARB legal
- For off-road and competition use only
- Installation on emissions-controlled vehicles driven on public roads may violate U.S. federal emissions law
Why Buy from Beefcake Racing?
Beefcake Racing is an authorized Vortech Superchargers dealer with extensive experience supporting LS-swap builds using C5/C6 Corvette FEAD configurations. We help ensure correct component selection and compatibility so your system delivers reliable, repeatable performance.
Email: sales@beefcakeracing.com
Phone: 1-855-827-7223
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