What engine is in this 2003 Ford Lightning drag truck?

A Ford GT aluminum block 5.4L 32-valve engine built by John Mihovetz / Fred Grochulski at Accufab, topped with a Whipple 3.4 twin-screw supercharger and an Accufab throttle body, managed by Motec Systems engine management.

What class does this Lightning race in?

It is drag raced in the PSCA Super Street Class and is described as the world's fastest supercharged Ford Lightning, built from a daily driver.

What transmission and rear-end components does it use?

A Rossler automatic transmission, Dewco differential, and Mark Williams axles.

What wheels and tires are on the truck?

Bogart Racing Wheels Drag Star 15x15 wheels with Hoosier radial drag slick tires sized 33/14.5/15.

Who built the truck and its chassis?

The truck was created by Steve Cooper of Castro Valley, CA, with the 25.2 double frame rail chromoly chassis designed by Danny Freitas, also of Castro Valley, CA.

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2003 Ford F-150 Lightning PSCA Drag Truck Spec Sheet - Accufab 5.4L Whipple

2003 Ford F-150 Lightning supercharged drag truck car-show info placard

Car-show display card for a supercharged 2003 F-150 Lightning drag truck: Whipple 3.4 twin-screw supercharger on the 5.4L aluminum block, raced in PSCA Super Street class.

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This is a photograph of a Ford display placard resting on the dash/windshield area of a race truck. The placard describes a 2003 Ford F-150 Lightning, billed as the world's fastest supercharged Ford Lightning, built from a daily driver and currently drag raced in the PSCA Super Street Class. The spec sheet lists the base vehicle (2003 Ford Lightning, 5.4 Liter) and a detailed build sheet: a Ford GT aluminum block 5.4L 32-valve engine built by John Mihovetz / Fred Grochulski at Accufab, Whipple 3.4 twin-screw supercharger, Accufab throttle body, Comp Cams, Rossler automatic transmission, Kooks collector mufflers, Motec Systems engine management, and wiring by James Lin. Chassis details include a 25.2 double frame rail chromoly chassis designed by Danny Freitas of Castro Valley, CA, Santhuff shocks/struts, Lamb brakes, Dewco differential, and Mark Williams axles. It rides on Bogart Racing Drag Star 15x15 wheels with Hoosier 33/14.5/15 radial drag slicks, is painted Ford Sonic Blue, and features a Kirkey race seat, Racecraft safety belts and fire system, and a Precision shifter. The build is credited to Steve Cooper of Castro Valley, CA. Race number 195 and PSCA/Probe Industries decals are visible on the truck.

This document covers 2003, which may differ from this 1998 Ford Crown Victoria.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine is in this 2003 Ford Lightning drag truck?: A Ford GT aluminum block 5.4L 32-valve engine built by John Mihovetz / Fred Grochulski at Accufab, topped with a Whipple 3.4 twin-screw supercharger and an Accufab throttle body, managed by Motec Systems engine management.
What class does this Lightning race in?: It is drag raced in the PSCA Super Street Class and is described as the world's fastest supercharged Ford Lightning, built from a daily driver.
What transmission and rear-end components does it use?: A Rossler automatic transmission, Dewco differential, and Mark Williams axles.
What wheels and tires are on the truck?: Bogart Racing Wheels Drag Star 15x15 wheels with Hoosier radial drag slick tires sized 33/14.5/15.
Who built the truck and its chassis?: The truck was created by Steve Cooper of Castro Valley, CA, with the 25.2 double frame rail chromoly chassis designed by Danny Freitas, also of Castro Valley, CA.