ATLD:

I was busy and overlooked info on installing the balancer plate (M-B term for harmonic balancer). You need to look up an old post by me in response to a question by Larry Bible on the correct way to install the balancer plate without damaging either the balancer plate the crankshaft or both - I wrote to Larry the best method to install the balancer plate. You can look up old posts about folks ruining the balancer plate/crank from incorrectly installing it. It is not an easy process, but not having oil pour out the front of the crank is really great.

Auto Zone loans tools and other auto parts stores also - call around to find one in your area loaning tools. You'll probably find a tool to pull the balancer plate (but call it a harmonic balancer or the parts guy will look at you like you're from another planet) and the torque wrench. Usually you need to leave a deposit equal to the cost of the tool - your credit card will cover this. If no parts store in your area loans tools, then rental places rent tools.

Good Luck!
Tom

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