Should a new Eagle crank have a key for the timing gear in it?
06-06-2007, 09:58 PM
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Should a new Eagle crank have a key for the timing gear in it? Got a new 4.00" Eagle crank in my new engine, and I went to put the timing gear/oil pump drive gear on it tonight, and I noticed there was no key in the slot! What to do?
06-06-2007, 10:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Ferocity02
Take it out and send it back! You need a keyway and a new key from GM.
Well... the shortblock is assembled... I would really rather just get a key and install it so I can get my cam in and set my timing...
06-06-2007, 10:08 PM
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Use the factory key from the dealership or the one from your stock crank. It doesn't fit perfectly, so you will need to shave a little from the sides with a die grinder. It just taps in after that.
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06-06-2007, 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Jason99T/A
Use the factory key from the dealership or the one from your stock crank. It doesn't fit perfectly, so you will need to shave a little from the sides with a die grinder. It just taps in after that.
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How do I get the one out of my stock crank? I tried for half an hour with pliers and a screwdriver, is there a trick to it? Is this something that should have been in when the rotating assembly was balanced?
06-06-2007, 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Beast96Z
If you can't get the stock one out, just go buy one from the dealership. It can't be more than a few bucks and you can slap it in. Follow Jason99's instructions. It's not a problem and not needed at balancing.
Sweet, I hope they have one in stock tomorrow morning! Thanks guys!
