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Flywheel information...
John:
Hi,
I am interested in getting some extra rotating mass for the 500. :)
I am just wondering if it is a weight you bolt on to the existing flywheel. If so - how? And do you need another generator cover (flywheel cover)?
If it is a totally different, bigger flywheel, do you need a different flywheel cover? Does it fit all existing stator plates (correct term?)?
Etc, etc...
BTW. We have nice weather here in the UK, I think the locals call it summer - it doesn't rain all the time.
/John
Paul:
The flywheel weight bolts to the crankshaft (takes the place of the stock flywheel nut) and uses little set screws (4 of them) set at 90 degrees apart to hold the weight to the flywheel.
As long as you're not running the Boyesen flywheel cover you won't need a new one. Fits great under the stocker. The one I have fits 1993 - present and can be found at http://www.steahlyoffroad.com
Rick:
Great addition to the 500. Easier starting, much better idle, no stalls in corners, and better control accelating out of corners. Well worth the cash you lay down for the weight. Wish I would have done this a lot sooner...
Rick
mjscore:
So this is something I could do without any special tools?
Paul:
As long as you have a way to stop that motor from turning over you can do it with a 17mm socket and a 1/2" drive breaker (or big d**n ratchet :lol: ) bar. Then send you the little allen head for the set screws.
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