I finally got thru to Keith at BME and he said based on the numbers I told him the crank is definitely bent. (twisted and bent probably according to him) He said it should be no more than .002 tir out by the prop. BTW, this is the 2 bearing engine with a long prop hub.

Cost to fix: Send complete engine to BME, $250 to "straighten" .

Do it yourself $175 for new crank + gaskets etc.

Upgrade to 102: includes new cases(3 bearing),
new longerstroke crank, hone clyinders, new rings,
gaskets etc. $450


It looks like the guy I got it from is going to do the right thing and pay the $250 to have it fixed.

When in doubt use a wood prop. less chance of damage!

Thanks again for all the input. Rick