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Tin Indian Performance Crank Mandrel Drive Systems

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Tin Indian Performance Crank Mandrel

Our new Pontiac Crank mandrel drives are custom CNC machined to our specifications by Aeorspace Components out of 6061 aluminum.  The mandrel includes the following features: 

Mandrel bolts directly to harmonic balancer -  You use your stock crank bolt to bolt your harmonic balancer to your crank.  You no longer need to use mandrel systems that use 5 to 6 inch balancer bolts.  Your balancer is now reliably retained by a separate bolt.  Some harmonic balancer manufactures will not warrantee their balancers if you use such a crank mandrel system. 

Works with ALL Pontiac harmonic balancers with standard BBC or Pontiac 4 bolt patterns AND crank triggers!     

Tin Indian Performance Crank Mandrel (disassbembled)

Three 3/8 - 16 bolts not pictured but are included with the kit

Dual pulley bolt pattern – has both conventional 4 bolt Pontiac pulley pattern and the 3 bolt big block Chevy bolt pattern.  Comes with cap screws to fit both 3/8-16 for BBC pattern and 5/16-24 for the standard 4 bolt Pontiac pattern.

 FULLY ADJUSTIBLE!!  4 different locating spacers help with belt alignment.  We can also custom machine spacers for you based on your spacing requirements. - Call for details

The standard Pontiac crank mandrel drive system comes with the mandrel, 1 -  3 inch deep grove pulley, 4 alignment spacers, snout cap and bolt.  4 inch pulleys , gilmer pulleys, and additional spacer kits are also available separately.  See below....   

Tin Indian Performance Pontiac Crank Mandrel

Tin Indian Performance Crank mandrel side shot

 

 

Want to run the TIP crank mandrel drive system and retain your stock 1969 and up lower crank pulley?

TIP crank mandrel fits inside 1969 Stock crank pulley!

YOU CAN!!!  Mandrel fits inside the stock pulley using the standard Pontiac 4 bolt pattern.


NEW!                 NEW!             NEW!

Fluiddampr compatible mandrels

We now have a Pontiac crank mandrel drive system that has both the standard 4 bolt Pontiac bolt pattern and the custom 4 bolt Fluiddampr bolt pattern.  The kit comes with the same spacers and bolts as the standard Pontiac mandrel kit.

 

 

 


  Complete Pontiac Vacuum pump Evacuation Kits 

We offer four NEW complete kits at Tin Indian Performance.  One kit features the Aerospace Components Vacuum pump and the other three feature the Moroso pumps (3-vane, 4-vane, and 4-vane enhanced).  All kits are designed to produce crank case vacuum improving ring seal, preventing blow by and leaks.  The system also helps reduces intake charge contamination as well.  A must have item on any high horsepower race engine.    

Aerospace Pontiac Vacuum pump Evacuation Kit

   Complete Pontiac Aerospace Components evac system

This kit comes with the following items pictured above:   

** Fittings and lines are not included

 

 

 

  Moroso Pontiac Vacuum pump evacuation Kit  

Same as pictured above but with the Moroso pump of your choice!

  This kit comes with the following items pictured above: 

** Fittings and lines are not included

 

Complete Kit  Complete kit  Complete Kit 
with 22640 3 - vane pump with 22641 4 - vane with 22642 4 -vane enhanced



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Complete 22642 Kit

Complete 22642 Kit

 


Individual items

Tin Indian Performance Moroso Vacuum Pump Bracket

Tin Indian Performance Moroso vacuum pump bracket 
TIP-002

The bracket is made from 6061 aluminum and works with the Moroso 22641 pumps.   This bracket will bolt up to Pontiac heads with standard bolt hole locations (stock D port, Edelbrock Heads,  KRE D ports, and KRE High Port heads) with NO modifications like other brands. Bracket comes with the correct bolts to attach it to the pump as well.


 

 

Moroso 22640 Vac Pump

Moroso 3 -Vane Vacuum Pump Aluminum, Black Anodized - pulley INCLUDED!

These vacuum pumps are manufactured from billet aluminum and feature a precision-machined shaft, rotor, and bearings that will withstand the rigors of racing. They work by producing high crankcase vacuum, which increases power by improving ring seal, preventing blow by, and detonation.  The pump also allows for the use of lower-tension piston rings for less friction. These positive pumps are much more consistent and effective than header-mounted evacuation systems.  This pump uses -12 AN fittings.  Pump mounting bracket is not included.  Use part # TIP-002.

 

 

Moroso 22641 4 vane pump

Moroso 4 -Vane Vacuum Pump Aluminum, Black Anodized - pulley INCLUDED!

Pump mounting bracket is not included.  Use part # TIP-002.

 

 

Moroso 22642 4 vane enhanced design pump

Moroso 4 -Vane Enhanced Design Vacuum Pump Aluminum, Black Anodized - pulley INCLUDED!

This pump comes with all of the hardware pictured above and allows for the most flexibility for adjustment when used with our Tin Indian Performance Crank Mandrel.  Adjustment swing for the belt tension is a bit small at 1.7 inches.  You just need to be fairly close with your initial belt length.

 

 

Aerospace Vac Pump

Aerospace Vacuum Pump

These vacuum pumps are manufactured from billet aluminum and feature a precision-machined shaft, rotor, and bearings that will withstand the rigors of racing. They work by producing high crankcase vacuum, which increases power by improving ring seal, preventing blow by, and detonation.  The pump also allows for the use of lower-tension piston rings for less friction. These positive pumps are much more consistent and effective than header-mounted evacuation systems.  This pump uses -12 AN fittings.  This pump has a custom made Pontiac bracket included and the shaft provides 6 different mounting locations for the pump pulley.

 

 

Relief Valve

Adjustable valve cover relief valve

This relief valve has an o-ring located at the bottom and a jam nut included for you to attach to your valve cover.   The spring loaded valve allows you to control the amount of vacuum you create by simply tightening or loosening the valve.

 

 

 

 

Gilmer Pulley

Gilmer pulleys 

We carry both 18 and 20 tooth Gilmer pulleys for our mandrel system.  Please specify tooth count when ordering.


 

 

 

Breather Tank

Breather tank

This panel mounted breather/separator can be used with dry or wet sump tanks.  It features a filtered breather from K&N Filters, a drain valve and a - 12 AN fitting.

 

 

 

 

Tin Indian Performance Pontiac Crank Mandrel Spacer Kit

Mandrel Spacer Kit 

This is the mandrel spacer kit used on our Tin Indian Performance Pontiac Crank Mandrel.  The kit includes 4 spacers.  2 are .375 wide and the other 2 are .755 wide. 

If you need custom spacers call us!  We can make any size you need.

 

 

 

 

3 inch pulley

3 inch pulley


 

 

4 inch pulley

4 inch pulley 

 

 

 

 

Valve Cover Bung

Valve cover bung

Screw in valve cover bung with O ring

 

 

 

 

  Rubber Steel Core Pontiac Valve Cover Gaskets

Rubber Steel Core Valve Cover Gaskets 

These Pontiac steel core rubber neoprene valve cover gaskets are the best on the market.  They measure .200” thick.   The steel core maintains the shape of the gasket for improved sealing.  Great for vac pump applications!

 

 

 

 


Frequently asked questions: 

Q:        Why don’t you guys sell a cheaper system with a Ford style smog pump?

A:         You get what you pay for!  The Ford style pumps don’t pull near the vacuum nor do they last as long as the Aeorspace or Moroso units.  

Q:        How fast should I spin the vacuum pump?

A:        Optimum speed is approximately 50% of the engine speed. (2 : 1 ratio).  For applications below 8,000 RPM we recommend running the pump at 66 % ( 1.6 : 1 ratio).  Using the 3 inch pulley provided with the standard Tin Indian Performance Crank Mandrel System will drive a vacuum pump with a 5 inch pulley at 60%.  The 4 inch mandrel pulley would drive the pump at 80%.

Q:        Where should I plum the vacuum pump?

A:         We recommend attaching the pump to the front of the valve cover via a threaded bung.  This should provide you with the best vacuum and best lubrication of your pump.  The outlet of the pump should be attached to a catch can that can be periodically drained.  Never attach you vacuum pump outlet to your dry sump tank or to an exhaust collector. 

Q:        How much vacuum do I need?

A:        Most engine builders concur that maximum power gains are noticed in the 13” to 16” on a wet sump application

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