Running without Balance Shafts
i am rebuilding my 84 engine, and was wondering ifi really need the balance shafts. is there a certain RPM where the engine is incredibly rough? can i do it with a crank mounted harmonic balancer? because the ballance is important for maximum hp., but i would like to lose the danger and the weight of the shafts and thier belt.
i was planning on racing/autoX, and some streetrodding, so driveability is important. However, i think that the weight of the shafts, both static and rotational, is worse than a single crank mounted harmonic balancer. any of you racers that have run without the shafts, i am very interested in your input about engine performance along these lines.
Thanks,
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84-9445m
Porsche, "Overtly Masculine Feel".
93-325is 5m;
driven daily.
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