Yes the crank is the weak spot of the 100/4 motor. We have a good used crank
available I would need to send it out and have it magnafluxed to make sure
there is not cracks. If interested please call me.
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David Nock
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on 7/21/04 3:30 AM, HealeyBJ7@aol.com at HealeyBJ7@aol.com wrote:
> 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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