Supercharged Death Scare

The noise you describe sounds like bearing failure. You may already be getting metal in the oil. I think your mechanic is giving you good advice. When you know you have a failed part that will need replacing soon, now is the best time. Of course, your mechanic would rather have you spend money with him than on the road. Bring the title with you on the trip so you can junk the car on the road and make it a clean deal with the boneyard. Take a cab with all your vacation stuff over to the nearest Greyhound site and continue the trip. (Or rent a car)

That paints a pretty realistic picture Al! *LOL* Good advice all 'round.

Did you ever change or top off the supercharger oil?

:( sorry to hear that it's failing on you.

My supercharger has 70k on it and I had hoped to keep the car for a few more years. I hope my s/c doesn't develop that sound.

You could probably find a low mileage s/c at the junkyard or on ebay. I wouldn't bother buying a brand new one.

It's possible. Consider where it sits, on top of the engine. Clear path through the intake with only the intake valves in the way. It's a distinct possibility.

No. I'd suggest either taking the mechanics advice or another car on the trip...

Sure, just stay within walking distance of your house to be assured of getting home every night.

Sounds like a carrier bearing in the snout is going. IF it hasn't damaged the rotors yet it can be repaired reasonably.