1998 Riviera Supercharged

[Freelancer21!]

Mechanic tells me the supercharger has a rattle. On line tells me it's probably the coupler. Any feedback?

 

[LARRY70GS]

Mechanic tells me the supercharger has a rattle. On line tells me it's probably the coupler. Any feedback?

It's the coupler. It's a dirty, smelly job, but not hard at all. If you work on your cars, do it yourself. DO NOT let anyone tell you the entire supercharger needs to be replaced.

Write-Up: Supercharger Coupler Replacement (Series II)

Write-up is below. For questions & discussion on coupler replacements, please see: https://rivperformance.editboard.com/t9160-faq-best-sc-coupler-for-supercharge

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ZZP Supercharger Coupler

Our ZZPerformance supercharger coupler is made from a proprietary oil impregnated material. This material has less friction than a standard supercharger coupler and will outlast the life of your vehicle. Don't be tricked into replacing your entire blower when you could possibly just need to...

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Supercharger Coupler Swap Kit

These are the pieces that will make your coupler swap go a lot easier. This will include a 60cc syringe, tube, and RTV. The syringe and tube will allow you to suck out the old oil so you don't have to pull the snout off and let the old oil drain down the front of the engine block. The old oil...

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GM Supercharger Oil

High quality oil used to keep supercharger bearings operating properly. Most blowers require 6 ounces of oil, which is 1 and 1/2 bottles.

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Watch a few videos,

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=M90+Eaton+Supercharger+Coupler+replacement

It's easy, just get a clothespin for your nose, and don't eat before the job.