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I'm currently rebuilding the engine in my '54 and noticed some wear on the flywheel. In attempting to replace it I have heard everything from "impossible to find" to "any truck flywheel will work". So far I've been unable to come up with one but did find a company that will replace the ring.My engine builder is reluctant to accept this fix as he is worried about balance and vibration.Anybody have any suggestions?
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Re: 1954 Flywheel
Any early chevy 6 banger will work ,but nothing wrong with replacing the ring -
Re: 1954 Flywheel
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What sort of wear are you referring to? Anyway, any 1950-54 Chevrolet flex-plate (flywheel) will work for any 53-55 Corvette with Powerglide. The original part number was GM #3705386, but it was discontinued a long time ago.
If you have the ring gear replaced, you can and should have the flexplate re-balanced. That will eliminate any problems with balance and vibration.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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only the outer edge of the ring gear is 'chewed' and its life can be extended by removing it, flipping it and re-installing to work on the un-chewed opposite side.Comment
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