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harmonic balancer suggestions

Old 06-17-2008, 01:57 PM
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I will be replacing my harmonic balancer soon. So many to choose from. I just want something cheap, nothign special. What should I look for? what size? what kind of balance? im clueless about harmonic balancers and its time to learn. Thanks.
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Old 06-17-2008, 02:23 PM
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go to the autopart store and get a stock replacement
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Old 06-17-2008, 02:25 PM
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im pretty sure this is what your looking for ...
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Old 06-17-2008, 02:35 PM
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Default RE: harmonic balancer suggestions

Thanks guys. Are the stock ones external or internal blance? And whats the difference between internal and external balance. So I need a 50oz not a 28oz. What would a 28oz be used for? im trying to learn here!
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Old 06-17-2008, 05:52 PM
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28oz is a stroker balancer, 50 is stock, but the older 302/351 used 28oz...so be careful lol

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Old 06-17-2008, 06:00 PM
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Professional products got a nice 50oz i picked one up for 90bucks. And you can turn it in to a 28oz if needed. stay away from parts store brands there crap the rubber in the middle alwas comes out
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Old 06-17-2008, 07:28 PM
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I didn't think you could buy a new balancer with a Ford part # for $65!!!
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Old 06-17-2008, 07:34 PM
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I didn't think you could buy a new balancer with a Ford part # for $65!!!
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Old 06-17-2008, 08:08 PM
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i got a dorman balancer at AZ for like $40

installed very easily, didnt even need the special installer they recommend.

slid it on, gave it a light tap and was good to go.
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Old 06-17-2008, 08:31 PM
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i have the professional products piece and it seems nice. just gotta buy the spacers to get your pullies to line up depending on application.
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