Dear Matt167 and dirmadhim,

The engine mounts are to the side towards the front of the engine. The fan belt is already off, so I swung the alternator to the side to get a good view it aside didn’t find a two-inch indentation. I will look again tomorrow when I have more light and get back to you.

I was wondering if I could run without the harmonic balancer, or if that would potentially damage the crank or create other problems. Before I figured that the harmonic balancer was damaged (had become seperated) I ran for two days thinking that I had a alternator bearing starting to die. I would rather not damage this engine however, as it works reasonably well less the occasional backfire once a week or so.

By the way, I really appreciate your quick response.

Sincerely Yours,

Dwayne Brown