This is the starting point for installing the front cover. The cam retainer for the 64 1/2 HiPo 289 of this period was the rare "two level" with counter sunk screws.
Next come the cam "C" spacer. I managed to find an NOS unit to replace the original. I was also able to find NOS cam and crank sprockets.
The front counter weight attaches to the crank sprocket with a roll pin that has to be driven in to just the right level so as not to interfere with the beveled edge that snugs up to the radius on the front bearing journal. The roll pin is just there to ensure the proper alignment of the counterweight with the rotating assembly as balanced. When the time comes the flywheel will be installed in the orientation it was in during balancing as well, but that's a ways off yet.
And here it is assembled
With that, the rest of the timing set can be installed.
And now the Front cover is installed. Incidentally, I've recorded all of the actual torque for each bolt in the engine, including the front cover bolts. Note the original C5OE damper dated L3. Of the original cars of the period all dampers were dated L3 or A5. This one is in great shape. It was restored with new rubber, and still shows the lines on the exterior surface that go all the way around. Most dampers have had rust or dents.
