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Paul Bjarnason · 06-09-2019, 10:39 AM

Just read an article in the "Restorer" by Fred Binkley which recommends a two-piece crank shaft pulley, instead of a stock one-piece, because they may be removed without having to lift the motor so high. No mention in the piece of any down side to using a two-piece pulley -- or even what they are made of out, i.e., steel or cast iron. Seems like a steel one-piece would be less likely to fail, but if the two-piece unit is reliable, perhaps it's good advice to use one. I am about to install my Schwalms-built motor and don't expect any problems, but you never know. Any thoughts or recommendations?

06-09-2019, 10:39 AM	#1
Paul Bjarnason Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Annandale, VA Posts: 150	Two piece crank shaft pulley Just read an article in the "Restorer" by Fred Binkley which recommends a two-piece crank shaft pulley, instead of a stock one-piece, because they may be removed without having to lift the motor so high. No mention in the piece of any down side to using a two-piece pulley -- or even what they are made of out, i.e., steel or cast iron. Seems like a steel one-piece would be less likely to fail, but if the two-piece unit is reliable, perhaps it's good advice to use one. I am about to install my Schwalms-built motor and don't expect any problems, but you never know. Any thoughts or recommendations?