In a message dated 6/15/2002 7:14:40 PM Pacific Standard Time,
europajim@juno.com writes:
> The alternator is driven with a modified "S" Flex coupling from
> companys such as the "Love Joy" company. The coupling is designed with a
> rubber sleeve between both coupling halves. That rubber sleeve will
> shear when to much torque is applied to it. Because of the nature of the
> coupling, it also will dampen the torsional vibrations from the crank.
> It looks fine not but has not had a load put to it. The complete
> instillation that I designed weighs 9# complete.
>
Jim,
How is the coupling attached to the crank? I guess I should remove the cover
on the back of my engine and see what is in there.
Dave Anderson
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