the "0" on the flywheel

[Huw Powell]

>>The problem with using the vibration damper as a marking point is that
> 
> it's
> 
>>subject to change.  The outer rim is separated from the part attached to
>>the crankshaft by the rubber.  So SJ's tricks only apply to one-time
> 
> usage,
> 
>>not as a reference for the future.
> 
> 
> **** Thats correct. One time usage to verify the facts.
> Chances are very good that this experimental determination of TDC will line
> up with the Flywheel TDC reference mark,  confirming that all is well.

And as a final note, once having found that flywheel mark, it makes 
sense to clean it, and most people then put a dab of bright colored 
paint in the vicinity to make finding it in the future easier.

-- 
Huw Powell

http://www.humanspeakers.com/audi

http://www.humanthoughts.org/