<VV> Re: VirtualVairs digest, Vol 1 #426 - 12 msgs

[Frank DuVal]

>Why build a puller, drop the engine etc.. ?
>All you need are two long threaded bolts to fit the two small holes in the
>balancer. Tighten them gently and evenly and the balancer will come right
>off. The only thing you NEED to remove is the oil filter. The bolts bear on
>the steel flange of the rear main seal so no damage to the housing.
>yea, Vairily ... Shaun
>  
>

Shaun, 

I have seen too many damaged rear seals to recomend this practice. The 
seals have the two distinct dents where the pressure is applied by the 
bolts. I have even seen one cracked rear housing  as a result of using 
two bolts.
So, you don't pay your money and you takes your chances.

Frank DuVal
64 Spyder  Conv