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Old 09-23-2013, 08:48 PM   #3
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Originally Posted by S14DB View Post
Garrett developed it in the 60's and never put it into automotive. The current automotive designs have been around for 10yrs.

The tolerances, load and heat of automotive applications do not lend themselves to oil less bearings.
thanks for the letdown. haha. well maybe journal bearing is just the way to go. no water, just oil
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