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Old 01-29-2010, 02:36 PM
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mmmmmm Diesel...
 
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Originally Posted by bennett View Post
I thought the OM617 was an internal balanced motor.. so yes I figured if I balance the flywheel/clutch set It would be fine. I have read so many post;s that the 617 is internal vs external balance. Just not sure.
It is very confusing. No clear cut answer. That is why my car still has a slush box in it.

If it was me, I would balance it all just to be safe.
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