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Shortblock build question...

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  • Start date Start date Apr 25, 2004
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87GTONSPRAY

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Hey guys,

I'm putting the shortblock together in my 87 after new rings and bearings and I forgot how to line up the flywheel with the crankshaft and harmonic balancer. Well I know the harmonic balancer has the key that lines it up but how do you know what position to install the flywheel on the crankshaft. I did mark it before I took it all apart by the mark was removed accidentally when the flywheel was cleaned up. Any information would be great and also I'm gettin a new harmonic balancer and do I need the sfi certified one or can I just get a stock replacement. The motor has a bigger cam and ported stock heads and I plan to spray it. Any info would be great.

Joe
 

retro50

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The flywheel only goes on one way! The bolt holes ALL have to line up.
 
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