[piscator]

Mike,

Thanks for your kind sympathy and photo offer. The woodruff key disappearance happened months ago. I replaced it before putting the engine back in the car. I’m probably being over-cautious, but after all the work that’s been done, every odd noise is making my hair standing on end! As you say, losing a part like that can be tough on the nerves!

I haven’t installed my new compressor yet, so I don’t think the A/C is playing a part in this case. Thanks for the tip though!