Did Vortec fix the shaft problems at end of production?

[bullion]

I am looking into buying a used Vortec S/C but I want to make sure of something first. The guy said it was installed in 2004 which means it was a late production kit. Did Vortec fix the problems with the shaft during those later periods of production right before they stopped making the kit?

[todras]

Installed in 04 or purchased in 04?

[beyondloadedSE]

Installed in 04 or purchased in 04?

First thing that popped into my mind too.

[99 svt]

The kit was bought and installed in 2004. I believe reading in the old forums that Vortec had corrected the problem by the end of production in 2002, but I'll see if I can find in again.

[bullion]

Is there a production date located on the unit?

[99 svt]

Where do I look? If it is in an easy place I'll have my brother look for me.
Check out this thread, it has some good discussion on the SC: http://www.contour.org/archive/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=UBB50&Number=576150&Forum= UBB50&Words=Vortec&Match=Entire%20Phrase&Searchpag e=1&Limit=25&Old=allposts&Main=576110&Search=true# Post576150

And also this one is good as well: http://www.contour.org/archive/showf...rue#Post575620

[tasso]

I rebuild superchargers professionally. With a Vortech you can expect to need to do a rebuild typically somewhere in the 20,000-35,000 mile range. That number is however no guarantee. If you use good oil and change your regular oil often and keep it clear they may last longer. A typical Vortech rebuild without any hard parts (meaning just bearings and seals) is around $400. If you have spun a bearing have damaged shaft etc then the cost will be significantly more. Typical signs of failure are seal leaks (oil on the outside of the unit), and bearing noises(growling/grinding).
2 Radial bearings 6205/C3(should be rated 16,000 rpm or higher)
2 Radial bearings 6003/C3 (should be rated 16,000 rpm or higher)
1 Sleeve C/R-99062
1 Seal SC/R-6248
1 Seal TCM Dichtomatix-25x40x7tc

[warmonger]

tasso I saw your pictures and I must say it's nice work.

[stealthy3L]

just look at the jackshaft, make sure its a pin drive..

[Blackcoog]

I'm pulling a stripped spline drive Vortech off of a car soon. If anyone is looking to pick up the original Vortech for a decent price he would be willing to sell it for around $1500. You could pick up a new shaft from Knu-Koncept and still get a working kit for a hell of a deal. PM me if you are interested.