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Old May 19, 2009 | 07:54 PM
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Thermal wax pellet
Anything I should be aware of when removing the front eccentric shaft bolt to access the thermal wax pellet? Also, any methods of removing the bolt would be appreciated.
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Old May 19, 2009 | 07:59 PM
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breaker bar .. socket .. crank motor just enough to break it loose... thats what i did worked great
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i was thinking of doing that. did you heat up the bolt before you did it? is there anything i should be careful of so nothing goes out of space?
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Old May 19, 2009 | 08:07 PM
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use some penetrating oil.... let it soak... and after that its pretty straight foward..
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Old May 19, 2009 | 08:21 PM
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breaker bar .. socket .. crank motor just enough to break it loose... thats what i did worked great
also make sure you pull the IGN fuse so it does not start and spray oil everywhere
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Old May 19, 2009 | 08:42 PM
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lol of course.
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Old May 19, 2009 | 09:31 PM
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don't you have to depress the clutch to keep the thrust bearings where they go?
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dont forget about the 2 flat washer bearings. Keep the clutch held in with a board to the seat or get a friend.It will keep pressure agaist the bearing preventing them from falling
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dam you musta been writing the same time i was haha
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how did you guys torque the front eccentric shaft bolt?
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Old May 21, 2009 | 05:35 PM
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anyone?
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Old May 21, 2009 | 05:40 PM
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with a torque wrench
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Old May 21, 2009 | 05:41 PM
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dont forget to use some thread locker on the bolt when you reinstall it.
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Old May 21, 2009 | 05:42 PM
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80-98 ft lbs
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Old May 21, 2009 | 05:44 PM
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How would you keep the engine from rotating?
Yes, I used thread locker and silicone sealant on the bolt.
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you could maybe wedge something on the back side? or have someone with super gorilla hands hold the pulley while you tighten it...
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