What causes flywheel key shear?
The blade may hammer back and forth and eventually cause the key to shear. A flywheel that was not tightened sufficiently, or one that has become loose over time can shear the key. A flywheel that is not properly seated on the crankshaft taper will not hold tight.
What is a woodruff key used for?
A woodruff key is a half‑moon shaped machine key that prevents gears, hubs, or other components from moving independently of a rotating shaft or spindle.
What do you use a Woodruff key for?
Woodruff keys are semicircular shaped, such that, when installed, leave a protruding tab. The keyway in the shaft is a semi-circular pocket, the mating part, a longitudinal slot. They are used to improve the concentricity of the shaft and the mating part, which is critical for high speed operation.
What are the issues with the Kawasaki Bayou 300?
The Kawasaki Bayou 300 series is known not only for offering the public the largest number of trims but also for being the most problematic of all the Bayou displacements. Below are some of the 4×4’s top known issues:
What are the specs of a Kawasaki Bayou 4×4?
The Kawasaki Bayou 300 4×4 goes down in history as the 1st 4WD off-road vehicle from Kawasaki’s famous best-selling lineup. Featuring dual-mode differential, hydraulic disc brakes, and a 700-lb hauling capacity, this machine reigned as “the strongest four-wheeler in the field” during its heyday.
What kind of valve switch does Kawasaki Bayou use?
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What kind of power does a Bayou 300 have?
Only four years after the Bayou 185 launch, Team Green wowed the market with its first 4WD off-road vehicle – the Kawasaki Bayou 300 4×4. The machine boasted a torquey 290-cm3 power mill (the biggest displacement released at the time), plenty of gutsy hauling power, and a limited-slip front differential.