Flywheel lock tool using starter bolt holes

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Feb 23, 2021 | 11:09 AM

ascastil

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Flywheel lock tool using starter bolt holes

Anybody used this? I don't have brakes on the car yet and need to torque ARP crank bolt to 230lbs on an iron block. Don't want to break that mounting piece for the starter off the block. I was going to do it without any worry but came across 1 post where I guy said be careful not to break the block. I already have the tool.

Feb 23, 2021 | 11:51 AM

feeder82

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I cranked mine down to that with the car in 5th gear or maybe 4th i don't remember

. If your drivetrain is in it's a option

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Feb 23, 2021 | 02:16 PM

helga203

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Originally Posted by feeder82

I cranked mine down to that with the car in 5th gear or maybe 4th i don't remember

. If your drivetrain is in it's a option

. That still kills me every time I see it.

Feb 23, 2021 | 02:30 PM

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Yes I used that tool and had no problems

Feb 23, 2021 | 03:41 PM

ascastil

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Yes I used that tool and had no problems

ok cool thanks. It only took one guy to say not to break that mounting spot for me to get scared.

Feb 25, 2021 | 11:25 AM

leadfoot4

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Yes I used that tool and had no problems

Me too..........

Feb 25, 2021 | 12:45 PM

MetalMan2

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I used it twice in the last year. Once for harmonic balancer job, and once for clutch/flywheel job. It's difficult to mess it up, so my only advice would be to make sure that the bolts are threading in nicely, i.e. thread them all the way in by hand and make sure the tool is sitting evenly.