[Shotimes] timing sprockets not fitting crank

[Rich Bruso]

> Should I be looking to
> the woodruf key as a source of my problem? It looks
> like its firmly in place but for all I know, it's
> installed backwards. I'm going to look through my
> archives of SHO engine pix to make sure it's oriented
> the correct way.

   Having gone through this recently, try pulling the key and checking to see if it is bent.  You can't really install it backwards, as it is trapezoidal in shape and won't fit upside down.  There is no front or back for the key, it's symmetric.  The key I pulled with much difficulty was arched slightly up on the long side, so putting it on a flat surface showed a little light.
   As for the jamming problem, check the key, make sure the key slides (with some friction) down the keyway on the timing pulley before install, and just take her easy.  Taking time now keeps you from buggering up the crank.


-Rich Bruso
89 Black (Lola)
89 Silver (parts)
Sierra Vista, AZ