Crank Pulley Removal
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From: Denton Texas
Crank Pulley Removal
Need some help. Working on replacing the opti on my 95 & I can't remove the carnk pulley bolts without the engine turning.
Whats the trick to remove this without the engine turning?
Also, does the water pump need to come off to replace the opti?
Whats the trick to remove this without the engine turning?
Also, does the water pump need to come off to replace the opti?
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I assume you have an automatic, otherwise you would just put the tranny in gear. Put a breaker bar on them and hit it with a hammer to get them started. I don't believe there's anyway to change the opti w/o removing the pump, but it's only 6 more bolts.
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From: Slidell Louisiana
Block of wood and a hammer from behind and underneath. The damper will come out and the hub should remain. Make sure to hit it evenly from the sides so it doesn't bind. Mine came off too freaking easy on the first hit.
Good luck
Mike
Good luck
Mike
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