Chris Jansen wrote:
>
> Hi guys:
> What is the best method for removing a crankshaft pulley after removing
> the crankshaft bolt? I've read in the Haynes manual to use a brass
> hammer, but this seems like it might cause a vibration, possibly f'ing up
> the bearings....

Spray it with a bit of your favorite flavor of penetrating oil, e.g., wd-40
or whatever, and lit it sit for a little while. Then try gently prying it
off working a large prybar, such as http://tinyurl.com/ts7i, between the
pulley and lower timing cover. Alternate your use of the prybar from one
side of the pulley to the other and the pulley should come off without too
much difficulty. If you're careful, you can be successful with this method
without damaging the lower cover.

Eric

 

Chris Jansen wrote:
>
> Hi guys:
> What is the best method for removing a crankshaft pulley after removing
> the crankshaft bolt? I've read in the Haynes manual to use a brass
> hammer, but this seems like it might cause a vibration, possibly f'ing up
> the bearings....

Spray it with a bit of your favorite flavor of penetrating oil, e.g., wd-40
or whatever, and lit it sit for a little while. Then try gently prying it
off working a large prybar, such as http://tinyurl.com/ts7i, between the
pulley and lower timing cover. Alternate your use of the prybar from one
side of the pulley to the other and the pulley should come off without too
much difficulty. If you're careful, you can be successful with this method
without damaging the lower cover.

Eric