So after I hold the flywheel off to check the stator because my lights weren't working my Woodruff key keeps shearing. The end of the crankshaft threads are messed up for about a quarter inch maybe even a half inch so I am using a thinner washer because the Woodruff key kept shearing and I thought I could torque it more if I had more threads to work with. I noticed the thick washer has a taper on one side. Is that the problem? Do I need to use the sticker washer and I'm assuming the tapered side goes towards the engine? Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'm about this close to just welding it on but I'm afraid the heat will be bad for the crank.
