Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

[Robert K.]

I have a rebuilt engine on a stand and would like to run the cam in on a test stand, but don't have a flywheel to start it. What CHEAP flywheel can I use to start this thing. Does it go by tooth count? or diameter? Will an automatic flexplate work? What years should I be looking for?

Thanks

[John H.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

I have a rebuilt engine on a stand and would like to run the cam in on a test stand, but don't have a flywheel to start it. What CHEAP flywheel can I use to start this thing. Does it go by tooth count? or diameter? Will an automatic flexplate work? What years should I be looking for?

Thanks

Robert -

Assuming you're talking about an original manual transmission setup, you need a 14" diameter 168-tooth flywheel and C1 bellhousing (the starter bolts to the bellhousing on a C1, not to the engine, and only engages the 168-tooth flywheel).

[Robert K.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

What years and models can I find 168 tooth fltwheels? Will all 168 tooth flywheels work?

[Bob R.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

The c-1 and c-2's had 153 tooth flywheels. You could use either size as long as the bellhousing and starter are correct for the flywheel.

[Joe L.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

The c-1 and c-2's had 153 tooth flywheels. You could use either size as long as the bellhousing and starter are correct for the flywheel.

Bob------

C1's used a 14", 168 tooth flywheel.

[Bob R.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

My error
As long as the flywheel, bellhousing and starter are the same size it should work.

[Robert K.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

Any 168 tooth flywheel should work with the stock bellhousing and starter?

[John H.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

Any 168 tooth flywheel should work with the stock bellhousing and starter?

Yes, as long as it's for a 2-piece rear seal crankshaft (pre-'86).

[Frank C.]

Re: Test stand starting, I need a flywheel

Check your inbox. I sent you a PM. If you are near me, I can loan you one I have extra.

Frank