08-27-2012, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by RedEye
What would the recommended weight be for a 302 engine? What factors determine the correct flywheel weight.
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Are you reffering to the imbalance???????? if so,that is determined by the crankshaft...... Depending on the year model,it could be 28 oz. or 50 oz., and it is imperitive you get the correct one, they ARE NOT interchangable, the flywheels will bolt on, but the balance of the engine will be off and it will vibrate itself to death.......
As far as flywheel weight goes, some like a steel, some like a lighter aluminum, depends on what you plan to do with the car.
Ford flywheels came in 157 tooth count and 164 tooth count, the 164 is a larger diameter and will require a larger diameter bellhousing if using a factory bell housing.....if using a Lakewood or similar blowproof bell housing, they are designed to use either size flywheel.........the 157 tooth flywheel is the most common, it uses a 10.5 inch diameter clutch, the larger flywheel uses an 11 inch clutch.....
David
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