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Started by forgeiron, June 15, 2008, 02:30:37 PM

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forgeiron

June 15, 2008, 02:30:37 PM
Has anyone installed the MD kit for adding electric start? I am at the point of installing the flywheel and after the part where you drive the flywheel onto the crankshaft it says "Then stake the end of the crankshaft just below the keyway to prevent the key from working out of the keyway" I'm not sure what they mean by this or how to go about it. Any clues?

rbarshaw

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June 15, 2008, 02:53:18 PM
I believe they are refering to swageing, reducing the diameter of the keyway to keep the key from coming out. This is done by placing a center punch on the metal next to the keyway and striking it with a hammer.
Been doing so much with so little for so long I can now do anything with nothing, except help from y'all!
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sawmill_john

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June 16, 2008, 02:31:12 AM
That is correct, you really don't want the key to work out.  I don't know what a new crankshaft costs now but I'm sure they have not come down in price. 

forgeiron

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June 16, 2008, 08:46:54 AM
OK that makes sense. Thanks!
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