Tightening crank pulley bolt

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Dec 25, 2003 6:02 pm

My friends:

During these crucial "pre-starting my rebuilt engine" days, I have a long list of questions that will ensure success rather than "UPS!". My question now is a simple one though......how do I keep my engine from turning while I tighten the crank's pulley bolt? It specifies a quite high torque and I don't want to mess up the pulley trying some stupid way to inmobilize it while tightening.....any takers?

Thanks as always!

Jorge

Tycorcr1 · Post by **Tycorcr1** » Fri Dec 26, 2003 1:23 am

Jorge,

put your car in gear, 4th or 5th, and put something in front of the rear tires. You sould be able to tighten it to torque.

Keith.

oilleak · Post by **oilleak** » Fri Dec 26, 2003 11:09 am

I've always done it with the engine on a stand (out of the car) If you've got it out, you can put a small peice of 2x4 between the block and one of the crank counter weights to keep the crank from turning - just be sure the wood doesn't leave splinters in the block.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Dec 26, 2003 7:21 pm

Keith, thank you for the suggestion...I will try it ASAP

Brian; Unfortunately, the engine is already mounted on the frame with tranny and differential attached as well, but I appreciate your feedback!

Take care!

Jorge

Marky510 · Post by **Marky510** » Fri Jan 16, 2004 12:10 am

Jorge,
I use a chain wrench for that job. To keep from gouging the pulley with the chain wrench though I use an old serpentine belt to wrap around the pulley groove. Works great for me. Good luck.
Mark

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Jan 16, 2004 2:10 am

Thanks Mark! It seems very "doable" under the circumstances. I appreciate your help.
JORGE