Yeah, I'd say that could cause a HUGE problem. Take it to a crank shop and see
if they can repair it. Have them magnaflux the crank first to see if there are
any other cracks.
Gordon Glasgow
Renton, WA
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> [mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Andy Cost
> Sent: Sunday, August 25, 2002 6:38 PM
> To: datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
> Subject: cracked crank
>
>
> I've got a small crack in the #4 rod journal of my crankshaft.  It is about
> 1cm long and runs parallel to the crankshaft through the oil hole.  Actually,
> there is a crack through both oil holes on the #4 journal.  Could this cause a
> problem, or should I just ignore it and hope for the best?
>
> Andy
>
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