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Old 05-13-2016, 08:31 PM
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balance chain?
Just like to know what it purpose? Does it keep with timing?or does it drive the water pump? Thanks
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Old 05-13-2016, 08:37 PM
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It drives the balance shafts and the water pump
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Old 05-14-2016, 08:02 AM
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4 cylinder engines are inherently noisy and un balanced.

The balance shaft is there to mitigate damage from vibration.
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Old 05-14-2016, 08:07 AM
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This video might clear things up


There are more but I thought this one should do it!
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