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Can my supercharger be low on oil, i am hearing a bearing whirring noise? if my supercharger is no longer any good and i want to bypass it will this have any ill effects on my engine. thank you!

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Yes it can be low, check it and refill it using the proper oil. GM 12345982 ......the oil level plug is near the base of the snout. oil level should be a bottom of plug threads, right side, as you are looking at the SC from the right front wheel. No, you cant by pass it.

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