WTB:M30B35 Crankshaft

[aaronsautowerks]

Just thought I'd check here before going the fleabay route.

[Kyle in NO]

ETK shows the same crank for B34 and B35 engines. FYI.

[aaronsautowerks]

I believe the original B35 castings were lighter.

[ahab]

According to Paul Burke in a conversation we had a few months ago, early B35 blocks and cranks were superior. I believe he said cranks were lighter and blocks were more durable. The way to identify the block is a 45 degree slanted bump on the bottom edge of the passenger side, 3/4th's the way back along the oil pan flange (lousy description but unmistakeable if you have it). E24/E28 mounting bosses were another indicator but he stressed the 45 degree thing. I don't know how to identify the crank but I believe if you have the block you have the crank. I can take a picture when I get home.

HTH

Edited with photo for archival purposes

[aaronsautowerks]

According to Paul Burke in a conversation we had a few months ago, early B35 blocks and cranks were superior. I believe he said cranks were lighter and blocks were more durable. The way to identify the block is a 45 degree slanted bump on the bottom edge of the passenger side, 3/4th's the way back along the oil pan flange (lousy description but unmistakeable if you have it). E24/E28 mounting bosses were another indicator but he stressed the 45 degree thing. I don't know how to identify the crank but I believe if you have the block you have the crank. I can take a picture when I get home.

HTH

A picture would be very helpful as someone offered a crank that is still in an e24 block.

[aaronsautowerks]

I found the elusive light weight B35 crank. Thanks to all who responded! Next on my list are custom Mr. Burke pistons...