Vortech Blower servicing
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From: Norn Iron
Unless you have reason to believe there is a problem...leave it alone.
If the bearings start to go, you'd usually hear them. Or feel some play via the input shaft/pulley.
And generally speaking, it's a Vortech only deal ( or CAPA in Oz ), as Vortech wont sell any parts.
Although if it's just replacing bearings and seals, it isnt that difficult if you have some common sense, a few tools and a hydraulic press.
Sourcing the correct bearings for the high speed shaft is tricky though. There are plenty that will fit, but very few with a listed speed rating high enough.
Although TBH, I think Vortech just overspin the bearings.
Low speed side is easy to get bearings
If the bearings start to go, you'd usually hear them. Or feel some play via the input shaft/pulley.
And generally speaking, it's a Vortech only deal ( or CAPA in Oz ), as Vortech wont sell any parts.
Although if it's just replacing bearings and seals, it isnt that difficult if you have some common sense, a few tools and a hydraulic press.
Sourcing the correct bearings for the high speed shaft is tricky though. There are plenty that will fit, but very few with a listed speed rating high enough.
Although TBH, I think Vortech just overspin the bearings.
Low speed side is easy to get bearings
I sent mine to 928 Motorsports. Good work, fair prices and good turn around. I have put 10,000 miles on it and no problems. They upgraded the turbine to a stage 3 billet and high speed bearings and better seals.
