The drive gear takes more stress than the driven. "Victor" style gears have dual bolt pattern. GM gears are one way only. |
Gear position effects lobe timing, or the difference between lobe lead, and lag. The relationship of lead to lag on the lobes is the secret to making efficient boost.
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With lobe timing is set, and the blower is disassembled.
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The right grease for the job goes into the bearings. Most supercharger failures are due to bearings drying up and exploding.
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Seals are installed with an arbor press to keep the grease in the bearings where it belongs.
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The rotor shafts are knurled to help prevent walking.
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The larger dowel pins are pressed into the bearing plates.
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The rotors are finished off with a graphite coating for protection at startup and corrosion prevention.
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The supercharger being assembled for the last time.
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Javier says this one is ready to rock.
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