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Re: engine/tranny removal

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Subject: Re: engine/tranny removal
From: "Glen Byrns" <grbyrns@ucdavis.edu>
Date: Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:39:02 -0700
The driveshaft is tiny, but if it is out of balance or slightly bent it will 
make a big difference.  I've had the driveshafts of the Austin, bugeye, and 
Morris woody balanced and checked for true.  The A35 was bent and out of 
balance.  After correcting, the difference was HUGE!  For the bugeye, the 
difference was small but noticeable.  If you're picky, and have already 
balanced the motor components, its worth it.

Glen Byrns


>> Did I just happen to luck upon the right allignment
> On American cars, it can make a big difference. The Sprite driveshaft is 
> so
> tiny, I'm not sure you can get into much trouble. Besides that, unless 
> it's
> been clearly marked already, I never assume old cars have the shaft
> correctly aligned.
> If it vibrates, try changing the alignment.




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