Help...Can't get harmonic balancer off
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Help...Can't get harmonic balancer off
Hi everyone. I have a 1994 Ford F-150 4x4 with a 5.0. I'm trying to get the timing cover off to replace the gasket and I can't seem to pull the harmonic balancer. When I try to get that bigger center bolt loose, the whole blasted thing turns, regardless of which way I'm turning. Can anyone tell me what I might be doing wrong? Please help, I'm ready to pull my hair out.....
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From: Easton,Ks
I use an Impact wrench now.
But at one time I did use a 1/2" drive breakover bar and wedge it to something down there and tap the starter. The wrench went flying but the bolt was loose and I did not hurt anything. But you may not be so lucky so be very careful if you do it that way as it is very dangerous.
But at one time I did use a 1/2" drive breakover bar and wedge it to something down there and tap the starter. The wrench went flying but the bolt was loose and I did not hurt anything. But you may not be so lucky so be very careful if you do it that way as it is very dangerous.
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From: Easton,Ks
Originally Posted by deadgirl37
Thank you for answering. My neighbor has an impact wrench that he's going to let me use
I can be a little clumsy at times, so I probably wouldn't have good luck doing it the other way...lol
I can be a little clumsy at times, so I probably wouldn't have good luck doing it the other way...lol
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the bolt turns counter clockwise-not being funny-use a large pry bar on a tooth on the flywheel-2 man job and turn away-also spray the bolt washer with a good penetrating lube-aerocoil is one of the best-not cheap but darned good!!!
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I'm glad you posted this. I'm getting ready to replace my timing cover and gasket. Please post the results, and any advice when finished.
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remove harmonic balancer
Originally Posted by deadgirl37
I borrowed the impact wrench and it worked like a charm
Thank you
Thank youHow did you get your impact wrench up in there? What parts did you remove?
Do you guys remember what size is that large HB center bolt on the HB?
Thanks
mike
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Originally Posted by mike L
I need to replace my oil seal behind the HB.
How did you get your impact wrench up in there? What parts did you remove?
Do you guys remember what size is that large HB center bolt on the HB?
Thanks
mike
How did you get your impact wrench up in there? What parts did you remove?
Do you guys remember what size is that large HB center bolt on the HB?
Thanks
mike
I THINK it's either 1 1/8 or 1 1/4 inch socket.
If you use an impact wrench and an extension with a universal joint behind the socket it will fit in there.
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From: St Louis
Another method I have seen is using a chain or belt wrench to hold the pulley in place until the bolt is broken loose. A manual tranny works good if you leave it in gear to help hold the crank in place.
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