Harmonic balancers are incredibly durable components. However, they are subject to wear and tear over time, and if yours goes bad, it can result in some seriously annoying symptoms.

“A repair sleeve will fix the end of your harmonic balancer. No need to buy a new one,” Bob Becker said. I had to be persuaded. A new part almost always sounds better to me than a repaired part.

QUESTION: My friend Sammie has been nursing along a 1989 Pontiac Bonneville with a 3.8 liter engine that has what her mechanics call a “bad harmonic balancer.” As I understand them, the… ...

Obtaining perfect balance is important to your engine's performance. The harmonic balancer reduces torsional vibration of the crankshaft, which is the motion naturally generated during each power ...

Mark the harmonic balancer in line with the timing pointer. Rotate the engine in the opposite direction until the No. 1 piston again contacts the stop. Make a second mark in line with the timing tab.

Installing a Harmonic Balancer and Complete Accessory Drive from Professional Products on our 383 Stroker SBC. 1969 Chevy C10 Project, Part 2. Marcel Venable Writer Jeremy Cook Writer Sep 25, 2020.

I have a 2013 Mitsubishi ASX diesel with 120,000 km. Just had a service where they found the balancer requires a new assembly. Cost is $4122. What is it and why so expensive. I assume it’s the ...

The harmonic balancer — also known as the harmonic dampener or crankshaft dampener — is responsible for stabilizing your engine's crankshaft by absorbing shocks and vibration caused by the ...