Heh, I guess that answers the question. I'll start looking for a
replacement asap. Thanks Barney!
Ron Engelhardt
58 MGA
Santa Rosa, Ca.
Barney Gaylord wrote:
> At 12:58 PM 8/27/04 -0700, Ron Engelhardt wrote:
>
>> I've been hearing a light jangling noise from my engine (58 MGA 1500)
>> for a short while .... the crankshaft pulley .... rivets have loosened
>> ever so slightly allowing the two halves to jangle. ....
>
>
> Fairly common problem with the riveted crankshaft pulley. Ditto for a
> generator pulley.
>
>> .... Is it in danger of separating completely (doesn't look likely) or
>> can I "grapes of wrath" it somehow until driving season slows down
>> enough so I can get to it.
>
>
> The answers are yes, maybe, and if I was you I'd FIX IT IMMEDIATELY.
> Once it starts to rattle, continued running time to complete separation
> may be as little as one hour at road speed.
>
>> Alternatively, does anyone have a spare they would like to sell.
>
>
> I do have a spare, but I wouldn't pawn it off on my worst enemy. It has
> been failed, welded, chewing up fan belts and finally retired for just
> cause. For photo and repair details see here:
> http://mgaguru.com/mgtech/engine/cs102.htm
>
> Safety fast (hopefully not failure fast),
>
> Barney Gaylord
> 1958 MGA with an attitude
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