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Old Jul 21, 2018 | 02:04 PM
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Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

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Old Jul 21, 2018 | 02:10 PM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

I am the original owner of a 1991 Firebird Formula tbi with a Paxton SN-92 supercharger. The idler pulley (not the drive pulley) that came with the supercharger has failed. I can repair the pulley, but the unique bolt/shaft that connects the pulley to the plate that holds the supercharger is beyond repair.
I installed a spare pulley that I purchased years ago, but it is unavailable now.
I have searched the internet for a replacement of both the pulley and bolt/shaft combination or separate bolt/shaft, but no luck. If the pulley fails again, I wont be able to use my supercharger.
Any ideas on some kind of fix/replacement?
The pulley is 6 rib and 2-1/8" diameter.

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Old Jul 23, 2018 | 08:54 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

Whats the bolt look like?
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Old Sep 27, 2018 | 09:56 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

Is it that metal pulley
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Old Sep 27, 2018 | 10:38 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

It is the metal pulley.
Paradise Wheels has them.
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Old Sep 27, 2018 | 10:40 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

It is the metal pulley.
Paradise Wheels has them.
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Old Sep 27, 2018 | 10:57 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

Originally Posted by 305TBI
I installed a spare pulley that I purchased years ago, but it is unavailable now. I have searched the internet for a replacement of both the pulley and bolt/shaft combination or separate bolt/shaft, but no luck. If the pulley fails again, I wont be able to use my supercharger. Any ideas on some kind of fix/replacement? The pulley is 6 rib and 2-1/8" diameter.
Give JB Performance a call, wouldn't be surprised if they had a used one lying around...

They might even have another option for you.

- Rob

https://jonbondperformance.com/index...ath=10_124_298
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Old Sep 28, 2018 | 11:20 AM
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Re: Paxton SN-92 idler pulley problem

Thanks Rob,
Great site.
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