During a short ride, just as I was thinking how good the healey was running,
a deep clanking suddenly started. Oil pressure dropped to about six pounds and
I shut down. Dropped the pan last night and find the crank shaft has broken
in two right across the throw behind the center main bearing. Haven't removed
it yet but the break appears to be straight, and in the center of the throw.
Question 1: Is this common or uncommon and what could cause it?
( Everything except the crank was replaced on rebuild eight years ago.)
Question 2: Anybody have, or know a source, for a good used crank?
Leaving tomorrow for Summit 2004 in Glens Falls, NY so I may not be able to
respond to your responses too quickly. But any and all input will be
appreciated.
Bob
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