Crank pulley issues

RETed · 07-01-2014, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Hey Chibs, shoot me a PM to let me know how much you want for the pulley boss shipped to 21921. Probably will cost less in the end than buying the right easy-outs or paying a shop to extract the broken studs

If Cheebs can't come through, I've got a few laying around too...

-Ted

chibikougan · 07-01-2014, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by RETed

If Cheebs can't come through, I've got a few laying around too...

-Ted

I should have plenty just need to find a ride to the shop to confirm. Thanks for the backup Ted. I will know in a couple hours.

Pete_89T2 · 07-01-2014, 02:05 PM

Looks like I won't need the pulley boss after all

A friend who works at a local shop let me borrow their drill press & easy outs. I managed to get one of the 4 bolts out without any issues and re-tapped the threads. As for the others, I ended up doing Heli-coils to rebuild the M6x1.0 threads. Everything lines up fine and I tested to make sure the heli-coils hold the bolt torque, so guess I'm good to go.

Since I decided to order a new front cover oil seal that will take some time to arrive, I have one last question. If I temporarily install the pulley bolt now (i.e., torque it down, but don't apply any sealants or thread locker), can I safely remove the 2X4 that is currently flooring the clutch without risking internal engine damage? It's probably not a good idea to leave the clutch floored for up to a week straight. Obviously before I crack that bolt loose again, that clutch will get floored.

RETed · 07-01-2014, 03:14 PM

Pulley boss snugged down with the front eccentric shaft bolt?
Yep, bearing cannot slip.

-Ted

chibikougan · 07-01-2014, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pete_89T2

Looks like I won't need the pulley boss after all

A friend who works at a local shop let me borrow their drill press & easy outs. I managed to get one of the 4 bolts out without any issues and re-tapped the threads. As for the others, I ended up doing Heli-coils to rebuild the M6x1.0 threads. Everything lines up fine and I tested to make sure the heli-coils hold the bolt torque, so guess I'm good to go.

Since I decided to order a new front cover oil seal that will take some time to arrive, I have one last question. If I temporarily install the pulley bolt now (i.e., torque it down, but don't apply any sealants or thread locker), can I safely remove the 2X4 that is currently flooring the clutch without risking internal engine damage? It's probably not a good idea to leave the clutch floored for up to a week straight. Obviously before I crack that bolt loose again, that clutch will get floored.

Well I am happy you didn't give me a full address or it would already be on the way.

Good going!

07-01-2014, 02:05 PM	#18
Pete_89T2 Lifetime Rotorhead Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Elkton, MD iTrader: (1) Posts: 874 Rep Power: 15	Looks like I won't need the pulley boss after all A friend who works at a local shop let me borrow their drill press & easy outs. I managed to get one of the 4 bolts out without any issues and re-tapped the threads. As for the others, I ended up doing Heli-coils to rebuild the M6x1.0 threads. Everything lines up fine and I tested to make sure the heli-coils hold the bolt torque, so guess I'm good to go. Since I decided to order a new front cover oil seal that will take some time to arrive, I have one last question. If I temporarily install the pulley bolt now (i.e., torque it down, but don't apply any sealants or thread locker), can I safely remove the 2X4 that is currently flooring the clutch without risking internal engine damage? It's probably not a good idea to leave the clutch floored for up to a week straight. Obviously before I crack that bolt loose again, that clutch will get floored.