[Pete]

Originally Posted by Terry Burtz, Calif

The "New Engine" has 8 counterweights and ample room for added tungsten weights if desired.

> Assuming the "new" engine is the same physical dimensions as an original, at one time you yourself said it was only possible to get to 65% balance due to space limitations. Having balanced a very large number of these engines, I would say that is a close estimate.

Balance shafts are used to make buyers of 4-cylinder engines comfortable because they don't see or feel vibrations.

> Balance shafts have been around since the early 1900's and they were invented to INCREASE THE LIFE OF ENGINES. Caterpillar uses them in several of their most popular engines. Several popular automotive engines use them.

Engines with balance shafts that are used in racing have their balance shafts discarded to reduce weight.

> Partially true, (it is done primarily to gain hp) but what does that have to do with your engine? It is illegal for sanctioned racing.

> Don't get me wrong, I am all for your project and enjoy seeing the progress.
I think it will be good for the model A hobby.
I was just trying to clear up some marginal information

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