Crankshaft Guide, TC 88 Tool - JIMS USA

The JIMS USA 1288 Crankshaft Guide, TC 88 Tool, is an indispensable precision tool engineered for professional technicians and mechanics working on Harley-Davidson Twin Cam engines. This specialized guide ensures accurate crankshaft alignment during engine assembly and reassembly, specifically by optimizing the alignment of the crankcase pinion bearing rollers when installing the right side case to the flywheel assembly. Crafted for durability and consistent performance, it streamlines a critical step in engine building.

Key Features

• Precision-Machined Hardened Steel: Manufactured from robust, hardened steel for exceptional strength, longevity, and reliable performance in demanding workshop environments.
• Secure 3-Jaw Design: Features a robust 3-jaw design that firmly grips the crankshaft flange, preventing movement and ensuring stable alignment throughout the assembly process.
• Integrated TDC Indicator: A built-in Top Dead Center (TDC) indicator facilitates quick and precise indexing of the crankshaft.
• Optimized Bearing Roller Alignment: Specifically designed to spread and align the crankcase pinion bearing rollers for proper reassembly of the right side case to the flywheel assembly.
• Professional Grade Construction: Reflects JIMS USA's commitment to quality with a professional-grade tool manufactured in the U.S.A.

Applications

The JIMS USA 1288 Crankshaft Guide is essential for engine assembly and reassembly procedures that require precise crankshaft and crankcase component alignment. Its primary applications include:

• Accurate crankshaft alignment during engine builds or rebuilds.
• Reassembling the right side crankcase to the flywheel assembly.
• Servicing Harley-Davidson Twin Cam 88 engines, including "Alpha" and "Beta" models from 1999 to 2017.
• Compatibility with Buell XB9R/XB9S models from 2003 to 2009.