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#63118 07/17/2006 6:08 PM | Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 424 | I have '58 chevy V8 (actually I'm doing a conversion from a 235-6 to a 283 using original type mounts, bellhousing etc.) Does anyone know what year flywheels will work with this application? I want to make sure it will work with my bellhousing mounted starter. Also, I'm looking for a flywheel for 10" or 11" clutch if anybody has a good one for sale that will work with my application.
My other question is about balancing. If I pick up a flywheel to use on my 283, what should be done as far as balancing? | | |
#63119 07/17/2006 6:45 PM | Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 5,708 | Old Gold,
In regards to the flywheel balance question, I was under the impression that each and every flywheel was balanced to itself. If you find a flywheel that fits your application, bolt it on and it should be fine.
I have seen race motor cranks balanced with the flywheel (and maybe clutch too) attached, but I don't think this is necessary for everyday use.
Stuart
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#63120 07/17/2006 8:05 PM | Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 Cruising in the Passing Lane | | Cruising in the Passing Lane Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 12,029 | about any standard trans smallblock flywheel from 55 on that takes an 11" clutch [truck] will work - there's a car bellhouse and flywheel that's smaller and mount the starter different, and that's for a 10"
for the balance, as above - if you get it surfaced at a machine shop they'll check the balance, otherwise it's not a worry
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