- Joined
- Aug 28, 2015
- Messages
- 29
- Points
- 11
Ok so I now have almost all of the tools to replace the timing belt and pulleys.
Im just a bit concerned about removing the bolt for the crank pulley.
Ive read that its torqued up to 360nm (same as a VW beetle rear barake drum) and wondering how to undo this safely without buggering up the engine.
I was thinking of purchasing a flywheel locking tool, as shown in the how to guide, but I just dont think at 360nm, they will be be able to cope with the job..
I may get a mate to come round with his torque gun (used for changing lorry tyres) but am a bit concerned. Will this simply loosen the bolt or, with that much torque, will it spin the engine over?
Also, is the bolt a standard right hand thread ie anti-clockwise to release?
Any advice appreciated.
Im just a bit concerned about removing the bolt for the crank pulley.
Ive read that its torqued up to 360nm (same as a VW beetle rear barake drum) and wondering how to undo this safely without buggering up the engine.
I was thinking of purchasing a flywheel locking tool, as shown in the how to guide, but I just dont think at 360nm, they will be be able to cope with the job..
I may get a mate to come round with his torque gun (used for changing lorry tyres) but am a bit concerned. Will this simply loosen the bolt or, with that much torque, will it spin the engine over?
Also, is the bolt a standard right hand thread ie anti-clockwise to release?
Any advice appreciated.