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The flywheel is a fairly large wheel that is connected to the
crankshaft. It provides the momentum to keep the crankshaft turning
between piston firings.
The flywheel is the base for the entire clutch attachment. The side
of the flywheel that the clutch is attached to is smooth, so that it
provides a surface for friction. The clutch assembly is mounted to
the flywheel, sandwiching the clutch plate in between. A bearing,
called the "pilot bearing" is installed in a hole in the center of
the flywheel. This lubricated bearing, either a ball bearing or a
bronze bushing, is used to support one end of the clutch shaft, which
is also the transmission input shaft. Around the flywheel is the ring
gear, which the starter motor turns when the key is turned.
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