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Detroit Diesel — Install Vibration Damper (8V And 12V Engines, 12" Diameter Dampers)

Repair & overhaul · Crankshaft Vibration Damper

From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Before you start

  • Use care when positioning the vibration damper hub to avoid damage to the lip of the crankshaft front oil seal.

Procedure

  1. Install the vibration damper hub on the front end of the crankshaft using six self-locking bolts; tighten to 180-190 lb-ft.
  2. Position the inner vibration damper, spacer and outer vibration damper over the hub and secure with the six 7/16" bolts and lock washers.
  3. Tighten the bolts to 57-61 lb-ft.
  4. Install the crankshaft pulley.

Specs & values

  • Vibration damper hub bolts 180-190 FridayParts $480.90 lb-ft (244-258 N·m)
  • 12" damper 7/16" bolts 57-61 lb-ft (77-83 N·m)

Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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