Thermo King Compressor Alignment Shim for Refrigeration Units 997978
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Shim 997978, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Shim 997978 supports precise alignment and spacing within Thermo King refrigeration systems, helping maintain consistent temperature control and reliable operation across demanding transport refrigeration applications.
Product Overview
Thermo King refrigeration system components require exact clearances to deliver dependable temperature control. The Thermo King Shim 997978 provides a simple, durable solution for alignment and spacing in refrigeration and compressor assemblies, supporting uptime and serviceability for reefer trailers and truck-mounted units.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Precision Alignment – Ensures proper mating of assembly surfaces to reduce wear and maintain thermal performance.
- OEM-Grade Construction – Manufactured to meet Thermo King standards for consistency and reliability in service environments.
- Corrosion-Resistant Finish – Resists environmental exposure common in highway and yard operations across West Texas and the Permian Basin.
- Vibration Reduction – Supports stable component seating to minimize noise and mechanical stress for longer service intervals.
- Service-Friendly – Enables quick adjustment during scheduled maintenance to restore factory clearances and precision fit.
Product Details
The Thermo King Shim 997978 is a thin spacer designed for use within Thermo King refrigeration and compressor assemblies where controlled clearance and alignment are critical. This component installs between mating surfaces to correct tolerances, support bearing alignment, or fine-tune component positioning during installation and repair. As an OEM-style shim, it integrates into Thermo King service procedures and supports standard maintenance workflows for transport refrigeration units, including diesel, electric, and dual-mode systems.
Efficiency & Sustainability
By maintaining correct alignment and preventing premature wear, the Thermo King Shim 997978 contributes to ongoing system efficiency and reduced fuel consumption in transport refrigeration operations. Properly aligned components help refrigeration units such as the Smart Reefer SR-4 and Diesel Direct Electric systems operate within design parameters, supporting fleet-level uptime and environmental compliance goals like CARB Evergreen where applicable.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install the Thermo King Shim 997978 during scheduled service intervals or when reassembling compressor and refrigeration mounts. Use OEM fasteners and follow Thermo King torque and alignment procedures. Inspect shim condition during routine maintenance and replace if deformation or corrosion is present. Proper installation returns assemblies to factory clearance, improving reliability and easing downstream diagnostics.
Real-World Applications
The Thermo King Shim 997978 is suitable for service on reefer trailers, refrigerated trucks, and transport refrigeration assemblies where spacing precision is required. Fleet operators use this shim during preventative maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds to ensure long-term component stability and consistent temperature control for perishable cargo.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information: contact West Texas Thermo King.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Thermo King Shim 997978 compatible with Precedent and S-610 series units?
A: This shim serves alignment and spacing functions within Thermo King assemblies and supports service procedures across multiple Thermo King platforms. Technicians confirm fitment as part of unit-specific maintenance checks.
Q: How often should shims be inspected during fleet maintenance?
A: Inspect shims at each major service interval or whenever components are disassembled; replace any shim that shows deformation or corrosion to preserve alignment and system reliability.
Q: Does installing the Thermo King Shim 997978 affect temperature control accuracy?
A: Properly installed shims restore factory clearances and alignment, which supports consistent temperature control and reduces the likelihood of performance-related faults.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
Official OEM Thermo King parts catalog entry for the Thermo King Shim 997978, verified by PEAK Thermo King and West Texas Thermo King Texas, Utah, Wyoming, Washington, Oregon, serving all of the USA.
Built for Performance: The Thermo King Shim 997978 supports precise alignment and spacing within Thermo King refrigeration systems, helping maintain consistent temperature control and reliable operation across demanding transport refrigeration applications.
Product Overview
Thermo King refrigeration system components require exact clearances to deliver dependable temperature control. The Thermo King Shim 997978 provides a simple, durable solution for alignment and spacing in refrigeration and compressor assemblies, supporting uptime and serviceability for reefer trailers and truck-mounted units.
Key Features & Customer Benefits
- Precision Alignment – Ensures proper mating of assembly surfaces to reduce wear and maintain thermal performance.
- OEM-Grade Construction – Manufactured to meet Thermo King standards for consistency and reliability in service environments.
- Corrosion-Resistant Finish – Resists environmental exposure common in highway and yard operations across West Texas and the Permian Basin.
- Vibration Reduction – Supports stable component seating to minimize noise and mechanical stress for longer service intervals.
- Service-Friendly – Enables quick adjustment during scheduled maintenance to restore factory clearances and precision fit.
Product Details
The Thermo King Shim 997978 is a thin spacer designed for use within Thermo King refrigeration and compressor assemblies where controlled clearance and alignment are critical. This component installs between mating surfaces to correct tolerances, support bearing alignment, or fine-tune component positioning during installation and repair. As an OEM-style shim, it integrates into Thermo King service procedures and supports standard maintenance workflows for transport refrigeration units, including diesel, electric, and dual-mode systems.
Efficiency & Sustainability
By maintaining correct alignment and preventing premature wear, the Thermo King Shim 997978 contributes to ongoing system efficiency and reduced fuel consumption in transport refrigeration operations. Properly aligned components help refrigeration units such as the Smart Reefer SR-4 and Diesel Direct Electric systems operate within design parameters, supporting fleet-level uptime and environmental compliance goals like CARB Evergreen where applicable.
Installation & Maintenance Tips
Install the Thermo King Shim 997978 during scheduled service intervals or when reassembling compressor and refrigeration mounts. Use OEM fasteners and follow Thermo King torque and alignment procedures. Inspect shim condition during routine maintenance and replace if deformation or corrosion is present. Proper installation returns assemblies to factory clearance, improving reliability and easing downstream diagnostics.
Real-World Applications
The Thermo King Shim 997978 is suitable for service on reefer trailers, refrigerated trucks, and transport refrigeration assemblies where spacing precision is required. Fleet operators use this shim during preventative maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds to ensure long-term component stability and consistent temperature control for perishable cargo.
Available for installation and service in Amarillo, Lubbock, Odessa, and throughout West Texas.
Backed by Thermo King’s engineering and supported by certified technicians at West Texas Thermo King, this component delivers lasting performance and uptime assurance for fleet operations.
For product verification or service assistance, call (806) 376-5837.
For current warranty eligibility or OEM replacement coverage, please contact us for warranty information: contact West Texas Thermo King.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Thermo King Shim 997978 compatible with Precedent and S-610 series units?
A: This shim serves alignment and spacing functions within Thermo King assemblies and supports service procedures across multiple Thermo King platforms. Technicians confirm fitment as part of unit-specific maintenance checks.
Q: How often should shims be inspected during fleet maintenance?
A: Inspect shims at each major service interval or whenever components are disassembled; replace any shim that shows deformation or corrosion to preserve alignment and system reliability.
Q: Does installing the Thermo King Shim 997978 affect temperature control accuracy?
A: Properly installed shims restore factory clearances and alignment, which supports consistent temperature control and reduces the likelihood of performance-related faults.
Related Resources
Ask about fleet-wide parts programs through West Texas Thermo King.
Produced by a certified Thermo King dealership, West Texas Thermo King | a Division of PEAK Industrial. Servicing fleets across Amarillo, Lubbock, and Odessa.
