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Old Jul 19, 2015 | 12:50 PM
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Default Harmonic Balancer Came Out Again
So I have a 99 C5 with 114k miles currently. This will be the 3rd time I've had to change the stock OEM harmonic balancer due to it moving a 1/2 inch forward. I have read that it might be worth it to go and buy a 10-25% underdrive pulley to keep this from happening again, but wouldn't that make all the accessories run slower? Any input would be great!
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You DO NOT want to put a stock HB back on. Will send you a PM for more info.
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You DO NOT want to put a stock HB back on. Will send you a PM for more info.
Why not post the info here - it might help others besides the OP.
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Originally Posted by 6GenVettes
You DO NOT want to put a stock HB back on. Will send you a PM for more info.
it sounds like it's time to go for an aftermarker unit... powerbond makes a good factory replacement as well as jegs/summit
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Originally Posted by Vetteman Jack
Why not post the info here - it might help others besides the OP.
I sent him this all-inclusive C5 thread (pg 1-3) which includes HB discussions
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1249213
HB threads @ post 33 page 2
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The main thing I need to know is if my completely stock C5 is able to use a 10-25% underdrive with no issues.
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Under drive will work just fine but you can find a good aftermarket balancer, like ATI, that is stock size. Go that route and be done with the issue.
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Under drive will work just fine but you can find a good aftermarket balancer, like ATI, that is stock size. Go that route and be done with the issue.





And don't forget to buy an ARP bolt.....
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