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Old 01-29-2017, 10:24 AM   #11
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Originally Posted by Mudflap View Post
I've now heard of 2 instances where the crankshaft nut that holds the primary drive gear and centrifugal oil filter has come loose causing major damage. One had the spring washer installed backward from the factory. This would be easy to check while cleaning the oil filter as long as you have the socket wrench.
Is there any detail on this? I read about this and its one of the things I want to check on our new Hawks.
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