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instructions to install vibration dampener

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Bill Toppin

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Hi I haven't come here for a while hope every one is doing ok for the new year. my question is can anyone give me the instructions for the installation.I had them when I did the first time but I can't remember do I heat the thing or cool it thanks bill
 
Hi Bill,
Mine is a very tight fit so:
I put the damper in a pan of water and bring to a boil for about 20 minutes. Smear a light film of motor oil on the crank snout and make sure the woodruff key is seated correctly in the crank.
Pour out the water and grab the damper (with welding gloves on) and quickly slide it into place. (I carry the pan of water and damper to the car so I can get the thing on a quickly as possible after it's pulled from the hot water because they cool rapidly)
In my case, since I have a very tight fit, I am not usually able to just push it all the way on, but at least far enough to be able to start the nut. Make sure it's going on straight and not cocked - if it binds or gets cocked before you get it most of the way on, then pull it back off and boil again.
Then use the nut to draw it fully home before it cools too much. I use a brass drift and hammer to make sure it's seated all the way (reasonably light taps with the hammer just to check for movement).
You need to work fast because the damper is getting smaller as it cools.
BTW, I have had some that were not so tight as to need heating, but I've also had one that was so tight I had several attempts before I got it all the way on.

Good luck, hope this helps.
Dave
 
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