Damper alternative

[scott6058]

Hi fellow mini enthusiast.

I'm building a normal 1071 engine for my basically stock 64 Morris Cooper S and I thought I would ask about the standard harmonic balancer or damper sometimes its called. I hesitate using the stock one many choose from Mini Spares for it truly is an old design. Does anyone have any suggestions on something more current to technology today? I know Romac makes a nice unit.
Thanks very much for all advise.
Cheers Scott

[guru_1071]

scott

I would have no issues using a standard one, the 1071 is such a sweet motor anyway that its not thrashing around like the longer stroke 1275.

ive never used anything but a balanced std one with no issues ever

[Smiffy]

As above or if your feeling flush and want the ultimate you want a viscous damper. KAD do one but it's not cheap.

[scott6058]

Hi Mates
Thanks very much for your suggestions. I really don't have any toys.
What better toy than a well sorted 64 Cooper 1071. Still a dream but I plan to run it hard.
Thanks again Scott

[Vegard]

I'd get the MED one to be honest. Fairly cheap, and plug and play.

[scott6058]

Thanks Vegard
No clearance issues?
I agree a better unit.
Scott

[Vegard]

There's no reason for fitting a bloody expensive damper to a 1071 anyway...