318 Harmonic Damper Install

jonn6464 said

Hey FABO,

I'm replacing the timing cover, water pump, and oil pan on a 318.

Do I put the harmonic balancer back on before the oil pan, or do I install it as the last step after the oil pan has been installed and set up?

Thank you

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Technically...Before timing cover is torqued.

With all bolts threaded in holding the cover but not snug yet..lightly oil the seal/balancer and install it on the crankshaft. Torque it most of the way down...now torque the cover bolts to spec and then finish off the balancer bolt.

*The damper/balancer centers the cover/seal for even wear and good seal.