John Middlesworth wrote:
>
> I'm trying to get the flywheel off the back of my 18V engine and I haven't
> been able to move any of the bolts that hold it to the crank. They're so
> short that I don't own a socket that can get a good grip on them. Has
> this been anyone else's experience? Any secrets to getting them loose?
> Why do they seem to be soooo torqued down? (Yes, I have bent back the
> lock plates.)
>
> John Middlesworth
> 1972 MGB
John,
Had the same problem that you describe. Go rent an electric impact
wrench from your local rent-a-tool place and insure that the package
includes a set of 6-point impact sockets. With this equipment, the bolts
come out with ease. A caution here - this equipment should only be used
for disassembly - never for putting stuff back together!
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