Author: spstan
pictures of my harmonic balancer – advice?
I’m posting a couple of pictures of my harmonic balancer. They show a 1) cracks in the rubber ring 2) a rubber ring that is raised up (not flush) with the main body and 3) a hub that has an indented ring around it. My question; is this harmonic balancer terminal or is there still some life left in it? Should it be replaced?
The cost of rebuilding this balancer is around $140 plus shipping. My mechanic says he may have a used one he can sell me. Does anyone on this board have a used…
Questions on timing chain and oil slinger
I have pictures of my timing chain. My race car driving neighbor says it looks “awfully loose”. I have no prior experience with timing chains so I thought I would post the pictures and see what you guys think. Does it look bad or have you seen worse?
The second question is on the oil slinger. I saw on Nick’s Garage on You Tube where he takes apart a 1968 440 engine and the oil slinger was right in front when he removed the cover. When I took the timing chain cover off there was no oil…
what is best size torque wrench to buy
I’m working on a 440 motor (installing timing chain) and I don’t have a torque wrench (for damper bolt and timing chain cover bolts etc) . (Actually I’m wondering how important a torque wrench is as opposed to tightening by feel). Anyway if I did buy ONE what is the best size torque wrench to buy? I’m talking about drive size (3/8″, 1/2″ etc) and torque range ( that is range of ft lbs the wrench should cover)? Best brand is nice but optional. Thanks Paul
question on harmonic balancer
Reached the stage in my timing chain replacement project where I’m ready to pull the harmonic balancer. Question is should I replace the harmonic balancer or reuse the old one? I’ve heard of harmonic balancers going bad and I certainly don’t want to revisit this process of removing all the accessories and the front end of the motor. How long do harmonic balancers last (years and/or mileage) and how do you tell if they are about to go bad? Should I replace it while I’ve got everything apart…
Question on crank bolt torque
I want to remove the crank bolt on a 1975 Chrysler 440. Does anyone know the torque specifications? Cause my race car driver neighbor claims it can be removed with a breaker bar and socket. I was thinking of buying an electric impact wrench but I don’t know how much torque the wrench should have. What’ s the better option?
Separately, I was thinking of removing the 6 small “ring” bolts first. Will I still be able to rotate the engine with the crank bolt? I mean the crank bolt remains…
How do I remove water pump housing?
Continuing on my process to replace the timing chain I have now successfully removed the air conditioner compressor and the alternator bracket. I have also removed all the obvious bolts that hold the water pump housing onto the engine. Trouble is the housing won’t budge. Have I missed a hidden bolt somewhere or is it possible that a nearly 50 year old gasket is holding the pump housing tight to the engine? Before I start heavy pounding with a hammer and chisel and ruin something should I 1)…
Pictures of my air conditioner bolt problem
trying to get the air conditioner compressor off so I can get to the timing chain cover. Loosened the bolts in front and compressor would not move (first picture). Second picture is of a 5/8″ nut in the back of the compressor (wrench attached to show location). I’m going to try to remove the two 5/8″ nuts to see if the compressor moves. Has anyone removed the compressor on a 1975 New Yorker with a 440 (7.2L) engine? Paul