What is the main purpose of a crankshaft damper?

A crankshaft damper, also known as a harmonic balancer, is designed to absorb torsional vibrations from the crankshaft. These vibrations can cause stress and damage to the crankshaft over time, especially in high-RPM or high-performance engines.

What does the '2 Ring' designation mean on this ATI damper?

The '2 Ring' designation refers to the construction of the damper, which typically involves an outer inertia ring and an inner hub ring separated by a rubber or elastomer element. This design is crucial for effectively dampening engine vibrations.

Does this damper come with any installation hardware?

This product listing is for the ATI crankshaft damper itself. It is recommended to refer to the manufacturer's installation instructions or consult with a professional mechanic to determine if any additional hardware is required for installation on your specific engine.

Specifications

Brand: ATI
Part #: ATI917470E
UPC: 800157030215

ATI Damper - 7.074in - Alum - Chrysler B V8 - 361-440 - OEM Frt - 2 Ring

Name: ATI Damper - 7.074in - Alum - Chrysler B V8 - 361-440 - OEM Frt - 2 Ring
Brand: ATI
SKU: ati-ati-damper-7-074in-alum-chrysler-b-v8-361-440-oem-frt-2-ring-t14-361351
Price: 421.71 USD
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ATI 917470E aluminum crankshaft damper for Chrysler B V8 361-440 engines. Features 2 rings and OEM front pulley.

Key Features

This product is an ATI crankshaft damper.
It measures 7.074 inches in diameter.
The damper is constructed from aluminum.
It is designed for Chrysler B V8 engines with 361-440 cubic inch displacements.
This damper features two rings for vibration control.
It is designed to work with the OEM front pulley.

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About this part

Product Details

This ATI crankshaft damper is designed for Chrysler B V8 engines, specifically those with 361-440 cubic inch displacements. You'll receive the 7.074-inch aluminum damper itself, which is built to replace the original front pulley setup and includes two rings for effective vibration control.

Crafted from aluminum, this damper is lighter than a stock cast-iron unit, which can help reduce rotational mass in the front of your engine. It's built with two rings to help absorb torsional vibrations that occur during engine operation. This helps protect your crankshaft from stress and can lead to a smoother running engine, especially in higher-performance applications where stock dampers might not hold up as well.

When installing this damper, it's important to ensure it's properly aligned with your existing front pulley system. This part is a solid option for rebuilding or upgrading your Chrysler B V8 engine, offering a well-built component to manage crankshaft harmonics.