Porsche Harmonic Balancer
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Every Porsche model displays beauty beyond expectation. Besides that, Porsche is also one of the auto makes that is blessed with the most that modern technology can offer and features performance that is as great as its looks. All these remarkable features are further backed up by the convenient and comfortable driving feel that all Porsche autos are designed for. This driving convenience and performance can be attributed to the various parts and components that you will find working in your vehicle, including the Porsche harmonic balancer.
A harmonic balancer is also known as the crank pulley damper or a vibration damper. This performance cutting-edge accessory is a damper that is composed of two elements: a mass and an energy dissipating element. These two elements work to reduce torsion vibration. The mass-dissipating element resists the acceleration of the vibration while the energy-dissipating element absorbs the vibration and consists of rubber, clutch, and fluid.
To be able to understand the value of a harmonic balancer, it will be best to understand the nature of the engine’s operation. When the cylinders fire, torque is created, making the engine crankshaft deflect. This torque is then released, creating vibration in the process. At some certain engine speeds, the torque given off by the cylinders during the fires to the crankshaft is in sync with the vibration in it. This phenomenon is called resonance and typically causes stress, and later failure, to the crankshaft.
The Porsche harmonic balancer in your vehicle is attached to the front crankshaft to prevent the further occurrence of the ‘resonance’ that may imperil the efficiency of your crankshaft and create trouble in the operation of the engine. Because of this importance, the harmonic balancer should be properly maintained. If during an inspection, an irregularity or damage is diagnosed, never drive without changing it or more dangerous things might happen to your vehicle. Anyway you look at it, this component is a relevantly small investment compared to the heavy duty and the benefit that it will give your auto.
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Harmonic Balancer Puller
OTC HARMONIC BALANCER PULLER KIT -- Includes 3-jaw puller, four lengths of forcing rods, forcing screw with a 3/8 in. square drive for ratchet use, and 3/4 in. hex for wrench or socket use; Designed for removing damper pulleys in tight engine compartments without removing the radiator; For use on GM 2000 Generation III 4.8L, 5.3L, 5.7L 6.0L, and 8.1L V8s, Cadillac 4.5, 4.6, and 4.9L V8s beginning in 1988, Chevrolet trucks 2003 to later 4.2L I6, 2004 to current 3.5L I5, and 2005 to current 2.8L I4, Chrysler engines from 1990 to later including 2.0L, 2.4L-4s, 2.5L, 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L, and 3.8L V6s, Ford 1995 to later V8 engines with 3 spoke pressed on damper, and Mitsubishi Eclipse 1995 to 1999 2.0L DOHC non-turbo.
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Harmonic Balancer Installer Adapter
LISLE HARMONIC BALANCER INSTALLER ADAPTER -- M14 X 1.5; An adapter for harmonic balancer installer part number 52650.
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Harmonic Balancer Installer Adapter
LISLE HARMONIC BALANCER INSTALLER ADAPTER -- 1/2 in. x 1.5; An adapter for harmonic balancer installer part number 52650.
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Harmonic Balancer Puller
OTC CHRYSLER CRANKSHAFT DAMPER PULLER INSERT -- This tool is used to remove crankshaft damper whenever timing belt, water pump, head gasket, or front cover service is required; Paired with OTC part number 1026 3-jaw Grip-O-Matic puller, it can be used when servicing 2.4L 4-cyl. and 2.5L V6 engines used in 1995 and newer Cirrus, Stratus, and Breeze; Also services 2.0L 4-cyl. engines in 1995 and newer Neon.
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Harmonic Balancer Installer Adapter
LISLE HARMONIC BALANCER INSTALLER ADAPTER -- 3/4 - 16; An adapter for harmonic balancer installer part number 52650.
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