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Old Dec 29, 2008 | 04:11 PM
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Does anyone have access to a new C32 supercharger bearing? It would really help me out. I need one, but they seem to be back ordered at LET and Code3. I don't know where else to get one.

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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 01:52 AM
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here you go. http://www.houstonbearing.com/Defaul...arch%20results

It's air-condition bearing, but the same size. however it's not a bearing rated as fast as the OEM one code3 have access to.

The first one I replaced it with only lasted 6 month, but this second one I'm on already went past a year and half mark and still good. I keep a spare one on hand just in case. since they're not always available as well.

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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 02:37 AM
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Originally Posted by jgsx
Does anyone have access to a new C32 supercharger bearing? It would really help me out. I need one, but they seem to be back ordered at LET and Code3. I don't know where else to get one.

Any help would be great, thanks!
I agree with Frank - if you want the best solution, you should go with NSK 32BD45DU. That one seems to be difficult to source - obviously that's why you're posting!

The alternative (courtesy of TopGun32) is an air conditioning bearing from Houston Bearings: DAC32550023.

I have one sitting at home (DAC32550023) and you are most welcome to it - I can ship it out to you tomorrow if you are in dire need of a replacement (albeit probably temporary!). Send me a PM and let me know.
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Old Dec 30, 2008 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by boohooramblers
I agree with Frank - if you want the best solution, you should go with NSK 32BD45DU. That one seems to be difficult to source - obviously that's why you're posting!

The alternative (courtesy of TopGun32) is an air conditioning bearing from Houston Bearings: DAC32550023.

I have one sitting at home (DAC32550023) and you are most welcome to it - I can ship it out to you tomorrow if you are in dire need of a replacement (albeit probably temporary!). Send me a PM and let me know.
Wow, thanks! PM sent!
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 08:35 AM
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Florida bearing carries nachi sub on the shelf, going to get one today.
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 09:34 AM
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Supercharger Bearing Fix Options

Can anyone clue me in to the alternatives to fix a bad bearing on the supercharger? My has been rattling for a while and I have an independent looking at it now. They referenced a kit from the dealer for $1,100 or so and quite a bit of labor time.

Can anyone bring me up to date on how to address this problem?

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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by boohooramblers
I agree with Frank - if you want the best solution, you should go with NSK 32BD45DU. That one seems to be difficult to source - obviously that's why you're posting!

The alternative (courtesy of TopGun32) is an air conditioning bearing from Houston Bearings: DAC32550023.

I have one sitting at home (DAC32550023) and you are most welcome to it - I can ship it out to you tomorrow if you are in dire need of a replacement (albeit probably temporary!). Send me a PM and let me know.
Just read the thread. Wow, Boohooramblers is alright
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Old Jul 27, 2009 | 10:29 PM
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i got one extra NSK bearing (OEM bearings)actually have two but keeping one for backup. I'll sell it for 10 bucks plus shipping. I can get them locally at dirt cheap prices. Let me know if anyone needs them. Any good shop with a press can do it within 1 hour. I had my mechanic do it for free since I was replacing an idler bearing. It turned out that the idler bearing was faulty to begin with, but I did a preventative change @60K not wanting to know when the SC bearing will die on me.


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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 12:19 AM
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yeah i got my bearing pressed locally for $20
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 03:44 AM
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Originally Posted by mdncn2762
Just read the thread. Wow, Boohooramblers is alright
Patrick is the ****!!! (sorry im a kinda drunk) but hes a great guy!
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 04:11 AM
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Patrick is the ****!!! (sorry im a kinda drunk) but hes a great guy!
drunk? oh gawd....its only monday night
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by ML500K
i got one extra NSK bearing (OEM bearings)actually have two but keeping one for backup. I'll sell it for 10 bucks plus shipping. I can get them locally at dirt cheap prices. Let me know if anyone needs them. Any good shop with a press can do it within 1 hour. I had my mechanic do it for free since I was replacing an idler bearing. It turned out that the idler bearing was faulty to begin with, but I did a preventative change @60K not wanting to know when the SC bearing will die on me.


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I think I have sourced the bearing but if for any reason it doesn't show up I'll PM you to make arrangements to purchase and ship.

Thanks!
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Old Jul 28, 2009 | 12:26 PM
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 03:50 PM
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http://shop.code3performance.com/main.sc

you'll find the OEM bearing that will last
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 04:39 PM
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if you really need one.. go with the houston bearings.

But if you can get a used code3 pulley, it has the same bearing from NGK and you get more power at the same time and just as easy to install as the bearing.

Any mechanic with some sort of self initiative will figure out the bearing install. I used to take both cars to a ghetto shop here in Ontario, and they were able to install just about anything I can throw at the them. crank Pullies, IC pump, H/E, plugs, trans flush, engine oil change, brakes, bearings, water pump cover for the c32, ect..

But the owner passed away and changed ownership. Now one of their former mechanics, comes to my garage when ever I need him and I pay him cash.
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 02:57 PM
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Florida bearing carries nachi sub on the shelf, going to get one today.
I Lied, a box directly from NSK just showed up on my desk. 32BD45DU

I have a spare now too.

Don
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by racerxoffl
I Lied, a box directly from NSK just showed up on my desk. 32BD45DU

I have a spare now too.

Don
I have the Code 3 pulley, is this the exact bearing that is preinstalled in that???
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Newzchspy
I have the Code 3 pulley, is this the exact bearing that is preinstalled in that???
Im in the same boat as glenn
Does the code 3 pullley have a bearing preinstalled?
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 06:28 PM
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Im in the same boat as glenn
Does the code 3 pullley have a bearing preinstalled?
The Code 3 comes with the bearing installed for sure, BUt I can't recall which one??? Anyone know??

G
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Old Sep 15, 2009 | 07:25 PM
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heres were to get the c3 bearing. mine was 56$ and shipped in about 4 days
http://www.hpashop.com/category.sc?categoryId=58

the replacement bearing appears to be the same as the c3 bearing. same color anyway. my c3 is installed so i cant say for sure

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Old Sep 16, 2009 | 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by 320 dreamer
heres were to get the c3 bearing. mine was 56$ and shipped in about 4 days
http://www.hpashop.com/category.sc?categoryId=58

the replacement bearing appears to be the same as the c3 bearing. same color anyway. my c3 is installed so i cant say for sure
I had my OE bearing from Code3 pressed in and it is great now. I bought an extra bearing from HP auto as Code3's site said they were out of stock and linked to HP Auto.
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Originally Posted by Newzchspy
The Code 3 comes with the bearing installed for sure, BUt I can't recall which one??? Anyone know??

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should be nsk the last time i read.
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Old Sep 16, 2009 | 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Carl AMG
I had my OE bearing from Code3 pressed in and it is great now. I bought an extra bearing from HP auto as Code3's site said they were out of stock and linked to HP Auto.
basically code 3 is now hpauto. they bought the rights to the code 3 line and brandon works for them
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i got mine from these guys.
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sometimes it's not the bearing but the plate that's making
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Old Oct 4, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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