Pulley removal

Kahuna

Kahuna

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What is involved in removing the front pulley(s) & damper on a 292 Y Block?
I can't seem to remove the front bolt & wonder what the process is?
Thanks
Jim
 
What type engine / vehicle is it on?
full sized car, truck, t-bird... the pulleys aren't the same

The center bolt turns counter-clockwise to remove. You'll need a puller to remove the pulley from the crankshaft.
 
You will probably need an impact wrench. some times the bolts are really tight, especially if they have not been off in 20-30 years. I also use an impact with my puller. you can get by with out the impact on the puller. when the bolt on the puller gets so tight that you can not turn it any more ( even if you use an impact ) whack the head of the puller bolt to "shock " the pulley/balancer . this sometimes helps loosen it up, and some times, depending how much pressure you have on it, the balancer will "pop" loose. hope this makes sense and is of some help. ----Jim
 
When I was much younger, working alone, no air and no impact, I put the socket on the bolt, put the 1/2 drive long flex handle on the socket, pushed it down against the frame on the right side, (your left as you hang over the radiator), then touch the starter. I remove the washers from the bolt, then have the puller press against the bolt. Use a thread chaser to clean the two bolt holes in the casting, then pull away.
 
I'm sorry. it's a 292 in a Fairlane.
I tried my impact, but no joy.
Frustrated.
Ole Don, if I could use the stater, I would, but not available at this time.
Any more suggestions?
Thanks
Jim
 
If the motor is out of the vehicle, remove the oil pan and use a big hammer handle between a rod and the block. This is good for tightening the bolt in front, and torquing the flywheel too. Put the pan on last.
 
Motor is in, not running.
I borrowed a puller from a friend and that took care of it.
Thanks everyone
Jim
 
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