S&S Cycle Balancing Kit - Manual (Page 3)

NOTE: Purpose of obtaining total weight of each connecting rod is to
compare sum weight derived from adding weights of each end to actual
total weight of rod and then adjust each end accordingly. If actual weight
is more or less than sum by 6 or more grams, each end of rod must be
reweighed. If actual weight is more or less than sum by less than 6 grams,
two thirds of difference is added to or subtracted from crankpin end weight
and one third of the difference is added to or subtracted from wristpin end
weight.
A 2:1 ratio of crankpin end to wristpin end is used, because crankpin end is
approximately twice as heavy as wristpin end of rod.
Example: Actual weight of rear rod equals 600 grams and sum of each
end together equals 605.4 grams. Difference equals 5.4 grams and must
be subtracted from rod end weights. Difference divided by 3 equals 1.8.
Subtract 3.6 grams (1.8 grams X 2) from weight of crankpin end of rod.
Subtract 1.8 grams from weight of wristpin end of rod. Now both ends
when added together equal actual total weight.
CAUTION
Never subtract weight of one end of rod from actual total weight
to get weight of other end of rod. An incorrect end weight used in
this shortcut method can greatly affect balance and reverse final
objective.
N. Repeat procedure for rear rod.
2. Calculate weight of bobweight
All weights required to calculate bobweight to be used should
be recorded on record sheet furnished. Perform calculations. See
Figure 2, next page, as an example showing calculations of a
hypothetical balance job.
NOTE: Figures shown are for purpose of illustration only. Do not use these
figures in any balance computation: Use actual weights of parts to be used.
3. Assemble bobweight
A multiple piece bobweight composed of three parts is furnished
with kit. See Picture 1, next page. Main body has 23⁄8" diameter
and is tapered to fit in crankpin hole. Bobweight retaining cap
(11⁄2" diameter) secures bobweight in crankpin hole. Shim cap
(23⁄8" diameter) screws into main body to hold shims in place.
Bobweight without shims has been machined to weigh 1000
grams. An assortment of shims in varying thickness and weights
is also furnished. These are bolted between shim retainer cap and
main body to make up a bobweight equal to weight required to
balance one flywheel. Number of shims furnished and weight of
each one is:
2 shims ............ .185" thick ..............100 grams each
2 shims ............ .092" thick ................50 grams each
5 shims ............ .025" thick ............ 13.4 grams each
5 shims ............ .020" thick ............ 10.8 grams each
5 shims ............ .015" thick................8.1 grams each
5 shims ............ .010" thick ...............5.4 grams each
5 shims ............ .005" thick .............. 2.7 grams each
NOTE: If no shims are used, a bobweight of as little as 1000 grams can be
used. If as many shims as can be placed on screw of shim retainer cap and
still thread retainer in main body, a bobweight of slightly over 1400 grams
can be made. This range from 1000 to 1400 grams should be adequate to
cover most engine builder’s needs. If bob weights of less than 1000 grams
are required, main bobweight can be lightened by machining material
evenly from flat surface.
CAUTION
Do not drill holes to lighten bobweight as this will change the
center of gravity and cause erratic and inaccurate results.
A. Weigh main bobweight to be sure it equals 1000 grams.
B. Subtract actual weight of main bobweight from balance weight
required to balance one flywheel. Difference in weight must be
made up of shims to be bolted between shim retaining cap and
main body of main bobweight.
C. Select combination of shims to obtain required weight, and
check actual total weight by adding them one at a time to main
bobweight on scales platform. Add heaviest weights first. Actual
total weight should be within one gram of calculated weight.
NOTE: Specific combinations of weights that equal commonly use
bobweights (i.e. 45⁄8" stroke with cast pistons and S&S® rods with alloy
bearing cages) should be recorded for future reference. If discrepancies in
weight from shim to shim exist, actual weight of each shim can be stamped
on shim to simplify identification. Shim weight can be customized by
cutting material from O.D. of extra ready made-shims, but material must
be removed evenly from perimeter to avoid changing center of gravity of
shim.
4. Assemble Flywheel for Balancing
NOTE: All balance components and flywheel mating surfaces such as
mainshaft and crankpin tapers, etc. must be clean and free of metal filings
and dirt to avoid damage to engine and balance parts.
CAUTION
Metal filings, dirt, or other material caught between flywheel and
balance shaft and/or bobweight tapers may damage flywheel
tapers which may make truing flywheels difficult during final
assembly later.
WARNING
Some solvents, degreasers and other chemicals used for cleaning
parts are harmful to skin, eyes and other body parts. Many items
are flammable and present a fire hazard. Read manufacturer’s
instruction label for proper use. Use in well ventilated area and
wear protective clothing when using them to avoid personal
injury.
All Engines With Two-Piece Mainshaft/Flywheels
Balance shaft assembly used to balance flywheels in all engines with
removable mainshaft consists of main balance shaft, two tapered
spacers and nut to secure flywheels to shaft. See Picture 1, next page.
Shaft with two different angled pressed-on tapers is used to do most
flywheels with smaller diameter tapers. removable tapered spacers
can be added to one side of shaft or other to balance all flywheels with
larger diameter tapers.
A. Check keyway and oil hole in flywheel taper for burrs and
remove if present.
B. Clean flywheel, balance shaft and bobweight tapers with
solvent.
C. Select taper on shaft and taper spacer, if necessary, that fits
mainshaft taper in flywheel to be balanced. Secure assembly in
flywheel with balance shaft nut.
D. Bolt bobweight assembly in crankpin hole.
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