<VV> Crank Balancer Removal

[Spencer Shepard]

I agree with Smitty. That method is OK for junk yards and emergencies if 
done carefully with a willingness to stop before the aluminum front cover is 
damaged. It shouldn't be done routinely or by someone without experience.

Spence Shepard
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Smitty Smith" <vairologist at verizon.net>
To: <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 10:37 AM
Subject: <VV> Crank Balancer Removal


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> Subject: Re: CRANK BALANCER REMOVAL quick easy way.
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> you can use 2, 3/8-16X @2 1/2 bolts with an almost full body of threads to
> remove the crank pulley. it will leave a couple harmless marks on the 
> flange of
> the seal...which you should replace anyhow. it works quick , easy , and in
> limited spaces. i have done this many times in junkyards , and once on the
> road side.
> regards, tim colson
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>  Smitty Says:  Tim I have done as you suggest and in most cases it does 
> work but I have been reluctant for many years to recommend it , especially 
> to a newbie.  I have seen too many of the crank seals and even the 
> castings destroyed by that method.  I have a balancer on my wagon that is 
> so tight that I have pulled grade 5 bolts in two using a puller like the 
> one Clarks sells.  If somebody tried to pull that one with the two bolt 
> method it would be sure death for something.  No flame intended.  Just 
> offering an opinion.
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