Smeding Diesel Steel 360* Thrust Bearing Upgrade

This is for an upgrade only and must be purchased with a turbo. One of the more underappreciated components of a turbocharger is its thrust bearing assembly. The thrust bearing is located at the compressor end of the turbine shaft within the center cartridge and is tasked with controlling axial motion as well as providing support for the shaft. It receives oil supply from the center cartridge, and ports present in the thrust washer allow the turbine shaft to essentially float on a layer of oil during operation. In extreme conditions such as high drive pressure or excessive shaft speed, this layer of oil can be displaced enough that the shaft comes into contact with the thrust washer (i.e. metal-to-metal contact), leading to premature wear and eventual failure. What Is A 360-Degree Thrust Bearing, And What Does It Do? Most conventional journal bearing turbochargers leave the assembly line with what is known as a 270-degree thrust bearing. This means that the thrust washer only encircles