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Comment by Dan Dempsey on August 9, 2021 at 5:25pm

Yes, I think I've read most of what is out there.  My engine did have nitrided heat treated crankshaft and 5th bearing.

Comment by Jan Eggenfellner on August 8, 2021 at 8:27pm

A lot of discussion here and seems the lessons were learned and an additional bearing installed.  Debate about Mark Langford's 3rd crank failure | Page 12 | Homebuil...

Comment by Jan Eggenfellner on August 8, 2021 at 8:22pm

I don't think this is something new?  Looks like this has been corrected now

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