Crankshaft damper

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Johnscotty22

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Crankshaft damper

Postby Johnscotty22 » Thu Jun 28, 2018 1:08 am

Hi there. The crankshaft damper has come off my 1950 xk120..I have a New one but just wondering if it is safe to drive it to a mechanic? About 20miles..
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Re: Crankshaft damper

Postby PPV » Thu Jun 28, 2018 11:44 am

I would think that damage could occur as the damper deals with the small pulses caused by the unbalanced forces in the engine. Could not the garage give you a tow to be on the safe side?
With an old engine any unusual disturbances could play havoc as tolerances may be at limits and if it was running well it would be a shame.
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