IneedAmotor Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 Im on my way to replace my headgasket and im stuck trying to remove the crankshaft pulley. I obviously have removed the center bold but i was just checking to see if anything else it holding it on? any seals or anything i am unaware of? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zmanco Posted August 25, 2012 Share Posted August 25, 2012 You need a gear puller. If you don't have one, your local parts store (Checker/AutoZone etc) usually has a loaner program where you can buy it and return for refund after you're through. When you reassemble, be sure to use blue loctite on the crank bolt threads. But I have to ask why you're taking the timing cover off to replace the head gasket... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beermanpete Posted August 26, 2012 Share Posted August 26, 2012 There are 2 theaded holes in the balancer that are used to remove the balancer. You need a puller tool like this: http://www.harborfreight.com/46-piece-bolt-puller-set-37824.html Some of the Zs have an accessory pulley screwed to the balancer which uses the same theaded holes needed to remove the balance. If so, remove the 2 screws and the pulley. Then you will be able to remove the balancer. As Zmanco asked, why are you removing the balancer to R&R the head? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IneedAmotor Posted August 27, 2012 Author Share Posted August 27, 2012 (edited) thanks! also:The timing on the car is also wrong and i figure the guy before me took alot of shortcuts so im just generally going through the engine to be sure Edited August 27, 2012 by IneedAmotor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leon Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 I've used a mallet and a 2X4 as a drift. Carefully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pharaohabq Posted August 27, 2012 Share Posted August 27, 2012 A puller is cheap (harbor freight has them) and works well for pulling the balancer. I really reccomend using one. Prying the pully or pounding on it can mess up your seals, or even bend/crack your crankshaft. it's just not worth the damage for a $10 tool. Make sure you replace the kingpin if it's at all worn. You don't want it to snap and throw off your timing possibly ruining your head. Also, it's money, but Kamari makes a tensioner that's got a bearing on it that is a worthwhile upgrade while you've got the covers off. Maybe replace the chain too if the engine is over 100K miles. oh Ford Viton (f100??) valve seals are a good idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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