What does it mean to pin the crank?
When you add extra load to the belt drive, like from a supercharger for example, the crank snout needs to be pinned into place to keep the balancer from spinning. In some aftermarket ignition setups, you may also want to pin the balancer in order to verify ignition timing with a timing light.
What happens if you dont torque harmonic balancer?
If the torque is not set properly, the engine vibration and running of the drive belt over the harmonic balancer can cause the harmonic balancer pulley to loosen and fly off the engine. Whistling noises may indicate looseness in the belt.
Is a harmonic balancer supposed to wobble?
Start your engine and check the harmonic balancer to see if it wobbles while the engine is running. Take a flashlight and shine it directly onto the balancer to see if it goes in and out while rotating. If it wobbles, the harmonic balancer is bad.
What grade is a harmonic balancer bolt?
Grade 8
GM Harmonic Balancer Locking Bolt Kits This unique patented and trademarked functional design is just four pieces: a grooved bolt (Grade 8 Steel), a retaining washer, a locking retainer, and a snap ring.
How are pinch harmonics used in guitar playing?
As your pinch harmonics get better in isolation, ALL of your guitar playing (where these harmonics are used) will start to sound better as well. Here is an example of how to practice integrating pinch harmonics together with a guitar riff: Without vibrato, your pinch harmonics will sound lifeless.
Can you play pinch harmonics without vibrato?
Here is an example of how to practice integrating pinch harmonics together with a guitar riff: Without vibrato, your pinch harmonics will sound lifeless. Even though vibrato itself is a completely separate technique, you MUST master it and integrate it with pinch harmonics to make them sound truly badass.
What’s the best way to hold a keeper pin?
For parts that spin or are otherwise difficult to access, slide these pins in and tap them with a hammer for a temporary hold. Reposition work, then bend the prongs outward to secure. The double -head design lets you push or pull these pins from either side of the hole. Once in place there’s little chance they will be vibrated out or knocked off.
What’s the best way to play a harmonic?
Practice playing a scale (any scale) with all downstrokes while holding the pick very close to the tip. This will train your thumb and pick to strike the string at the same time, which is key to making the harmonic come alive. This will also train your thumb to NOT touch the string after you picked it (giving harmonics a chance to scream).