How do you remove a pulley without a puller?

How do you remove a pulley without a puller?

There is a way to do it. You put a wrench on the pulley bolt and block the other end against the floor or the frame. Then you use the starter motor to turn the engine (DO NOT START IT, JUST TURN IT) for at most one or two revolutions of the crank. Just enough to break the bolt loose.

What happens if you turn a motor backwards?

When a motor is turned backwards, the timing relationship between the crank (timing mark) and the cam (distributor, etc) changes, so parts can be installed out of time, etc. You can turn it backwards, then just need to turn it back forwards enough to remove the slack, restore the timing relationship.

Is harmonic balancer bolt reverse thread?

Yes, that bolt is normal thread, counterclockwise loosens it. The engine turns the opposite direction as the bolt removal direction to gaurantee that it won’t back out.

Can you remove a harmonic balancer without a puller?

If you don’t have a puller or you don’t want to buy it, you can use a durable strap in pulling it. Simply insert the strap in the space and around to position the strap firmly around the center of the balancer. Then secure and pull the strap to remove the pulley. It will surely do the trick.

How do you remove a tight crankshaft pulley bolt?

4 Ways To Remove A Stuck Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

1. Soak in Lubricant. Although the bolt sits on the side of the engine, you can use putty to create a sticky dish for your lubricant of choice.
2. Rent A Powerful Impact.
3. Try a Long Breaker Bar.
4. Bump the Starter.
5. Take It To A Shop.

Can I drive with a bad crankshaft pulley?

Indeed, if it’s the crank pulley and the harmonic balancer comes off with it and the engine continues to run that can damage the crankshaft. Other pulleys could get distorted if a fastener is missing and in such condition could damage the drive belt riding on the pulley. …