<VV> Crankshaft again!

[Daniel Monasterio]

Hi Jim,
  Back on the 70s, when I needed a pilot bushing for my Corvair, just used to get a 60s Chevrolet bushing (same I.D. and length) and machined the O.D. to the Corvair crankshaft size. It can be made easily on a small lathe to the oversize needed.

 

  Daniel Monasterio (Enjoying Guadalajara's winter... 65°-74°)

  
> Date: Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:13:49 -0500
> From: jhouston001 at cfl.rr.com
> To: virtualvairs at corvair.org
> Subject: <VV> Crankshaft again!
> 
> Okay, today I started assembling my 140 (again) after getting the crank 
> back (the crank gear had sheared the key - replaced key and polished the 
> crank).. anyway, I went to install the NEW pilot bushing and I was able 
> to push it all the way into the crank using my fingers. Somehow, this 
> doesn't seem right? Any suggestions or comments?? Do they make an 
> oversized bushing??
> 
> Thanks in advance,
> 
> Jim Houston
> '65 Corsa
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