DRIVE BELT LIFE INCREASE PULLEY TORQUE COMPENSATOR

A crankshaft pulley torque compensator, similar to that used on V-6 diesel engine, is now being used in production on the V-8 diesel engine. The torque compensator reduces the torque variations being transmitted to the drive belt and will increase drive belt life.

The torque compensator is available for 1980 through 1983 V-8 diesel models, with A/C, that use a two-groove crankshaft pulley. The torque compensator and four bolts required for installation are available through WDDGM (part number 22521773).

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