Well the aftercooler on the Vortech allows for more boost and a cooler ar charge into the engine. It adds more HP and it helps prevent detonation. When you ice the aftercooler it adds a quick 8-10 rwhp!!
I have this same setup as the picture in my car. I have seen one guy in the SCMC with his resevoir in his trunk. I don't know if he had to do anything special with his pump to keep the coolant flowing properly. Come join our board and possibly our club at http://www.svtcobraclub.com. We also have a technical message group at Yahoo. Come check us out I think you'll like the folks and get the info you're looking for! :beer: