Crankshafts
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- Genuine®Crankshaft Woodruff KeyCrankshaft Woodruff Key by Genuine®. Genuine is here to give you the ultimate in quality and reliability at a cost you can afford. Designed utilizing the latest technologies and manufactured from premium materials using state-of-the-art...Made with precision and quality in mindDesigned to meet your specific needs$2.26 - $13.44
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock KeyGenuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock Key by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It will meet...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$2.26 - $9.87
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff KeyCrankshaft Woodruff Key by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing technology to...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$0.20 - $45.98
- Pioneer Automotive®Crankshaft Woodruff KeyCrankshaft Woodruff Key by Pioneer Automotive®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Pioneer Automotive features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and lifestyle, it is...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$3.72 - $5.05
- Genuine®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (N0127082)Crankshaft Woodruff Key by Genuine®. Genuine is here to give you the ultimate in quality and reliability at a cost you can afford. Designed utilizing the latest technologies and manufactured from premium materials using state-of-the-art...Made with precision and quality in mindDesigned to meet your specific needs$5.28
- Genuine®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (JZY100001)Crankshaft Woodruff Key by Genuine®. Genuine is here to give you the ultimate in quality and reliability at a cost you can afford. Designed utilizing the latest technologies and manufactured from premium materials using state-of-the-art...Made with precision and quality in mindDesigned to meet your specific needs$4.88
- Genuine®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (07119951485)Crankshaft Woodruff Key by Genuine®. Genuine is here to give you the ultimate in quality and reliability at a cost you can afford. Designed utilizing the latest technologies and manufactured from premium materials using state-of-the-art...Made with precision and quality in mindDesigned to meet your specific needs$2.26
- Genuine®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (1089910067)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (1089910067) by Genuine®. Genuine is here to give you the ultimate in quality and reliability at a cost you can afford. Designed utilizing the latest technologies and manufactured from premium materials using...Made with precision and quality in mindDesigned to meet your specific needs$13.44
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock Key (12563282)Genuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock Key (12563282) by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$6.65
- ACDelco®Genuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock Key (24424855)Genuine GM Parts™ Crankshaft Lock Key (24424855) by ACDelco®. This product is made of high-quality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Designed using state-of-the-art technology and with customers in mind. It...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$6.81
- Dorman®Autograde™ Crankshaft Woodruff Keys (904-077)Autograde™ Crankshaft Woodruff Keys by Dorman®. Dorman offers a comprehensive line of Woodruff Keys for a wide range of applications. All our Woodruff Keys are constructed of high-quality materials for long-lasting durability.Conveniently packaged in a variety of piece counts to assist with both small and large projectsEasy to Install$185.84
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06035473)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06035473) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$6.86
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06504471)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06504471) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$6.48
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (04884923AC)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (04884923AC) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$2.42
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06506397AA)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (06506397AA) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$8.34
- Pioneer Automotive®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839011)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839011) by Pioneer Automotive®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Pioneer Automotive features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$5.05
- Pioneer Automotive®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839010)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839010) by Pioneer Automotive®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Pioneer Automotive features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$4.95
- Pioneer Automotive®Short Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839009)Short Crankshaft Woodruff Key (839009) by Pioneer Automotive®. Designed utilizing the latest technology, this product by Pioneer Automotive features premium quality and will perform better than advertised. Perfect for your vehicle and...Designed to deliver trouble-free, consistent performanceRight for your vehicle and lifestyle$3.72
- Mopar®Crankshaft Woodruff Key (68147108AA)Crankshaft Woodruff Key (68147108AA) by Mopar®. Want your prized possession to look and perform the way it was designed to? Then top-of-the-line Mopar automotive parts and accessories are for you. Made using the latest manufacturing...Ideal solution to keep your vehicle in top shapeCrafted from premium-grade materials and the latest technology$45.98
The crankshaft turns the reciprocating motion of the pistons and connecting rods into the rotational motion that turns the transmission gears, axle shafts, and ultimately the wheels. The crankshaft turns on its axis in the cylinder block. The connecting rods are attached to offset crank throws, which enable the conversion of motion. Cast iron is commonly used to make low output engine crankshafts, while forged steel is needed for high horsepower motors.
Crankshafts are stout, precision made components that with normal vehicle maintenance and use, should last the life of the vehicle. However, lax maintenance can result in dirt getting between the crank journals and bearings, or reduced oil flow, either of which can result in scored journals, increased clearance, metal-to-metal contact and engine knock. In such cases, the most economical repair with the least vehicle down time can usually be achieved with a crank kit, which includes a fully machined crankshaft and replacement bearings.
Oil leaks at the rear main seal are another common crankshaft malady. We have replacement seals and seal kits for all popular vehicles, but in cases of extreme wear the crankshaft seal contact surface can become grooved, making a replacement seal ineffective. However, there’s no need to completely replace the crankshaft if the sealing surface is marred. On our digital shelves you’ll find easy to install repair sleeves that are a press fit onto the crankshaft, creating a smooth surface for effective sealing and oil control.
Keep in mind that OE cranks aren’t up to the demands of a performance engine. Also, the constant pounding can cause hard-to-find hairline cracks to develop, and may even cause the crank to bend. If the journals are worn, regrinding may remove the surface case hardening. Don’t run a used OE crank and risk blowing up your engine. Be safe, and make a new performance crankshaft the cornerstone of your build.
We offer performance crankshafts for all popular engines, designed and manufactured by performance crankshaft specialists, in materials and configurations for every use and horsepower output. Cast steel cranks are relatively inexpensive yet can handle some serious power. Next up the ladder in strength and price are forged followed by billet steel cranks. Forged cranks are created by pressure forming heated steel in a die, while billet cranks are CNC machined from solid steel. Regardless of the material, all performance cranks are finish machined to a greater degree of precision than standard replacement cranks.
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