<<> If you really mean that the multiple pulley down on the crank is loose, > DON'T run the engine until you've checked it out properly. Or flatbed > it some where to get it checked. Mega-$$$ if it lets go. Don't I just know it...... Jim Haseltine>> Hmmm, last time tht happened in Bucksnort it only cost me $1100 plus LOTS of labor time changing out engines..... :-( Later. --ml