1.7 Engine Balance
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sleeve. Retighten the thrust washer retaining bolts to 30-35 lb-ft torque. Install the other weight in the same
manner.
3. Wedge a clean rag between the gears. Refer to Fig. I of Section 1.7.2 and tighten the gear retaining nuts
to 300-325 lb-ft torque. Then tighten the front balance weight retaining nuts to 300-325 lb-ft torque. Remove
the rag from the gears.
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