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I just replaced the flywheel gear but the key keeps shearing. I have tried three keys but the same thing happens. What could be the problem?
Wayne, August 2008
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The flywheel nut is not tight enough. The drive is transmitted by the taper fit - the key is for location only. Use a torque wrench and tighten it correctly. If you have no torque wrench, use a 12 inch lever (NO LONGER) and get it AS TIGHT AS YOU CAN. For most people, that's about 80 foot pounds, which isn't too far out.

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Phil Saunders, August 2008
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