RE: [T3] End float ?

[Matthew Jones <m@vw1600e.org.uk>]

<x-flowed>> From: Jim Adney It's possible that the aftermarket crank or flywheel  
> is just out of spec. If that's the cause then 4 shims is probably  
> okay, but you want to make sure of all this before you get too far  
> along.
> Also, check for burrs, etc. on the mating edges of the crank & flywheel.

> From: BOB2TYPE3S
>  << I should also verify that you did this with NO gasket (paper or  
> metal) between  the flywheel and crank. Those are not used with the  
> O-ring crank. If you put  one in, that would explain the 4th shim. >>
>
> I thought you were only allowed to use 3 shims (it creates a  
> torington bearing), and adding a 4th shim creates a spacer. You  
> might have to purchase some thicker shims to get the end play  
> correct. I know VW made them in varying thicknesses, as I've got  
> some here that are marked 24, 28, 32, and 36. Just a thought.

Yes, this was with no gasket at all. I measured the cranks last night.  
The new one (CB counterweight) is 0.26mm longer, which explains  
everything.

My local VW parts place was out of 32s and 36s, and I couldn't wait.  
They wouldn't have helped anyway - 3 x .36 = 1.08, needing a very thin  
4th shim.

Thanks,

--
Matt. UK.
'73 1600e FB.


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