Re: timing key update

[Jimmy Peavy <peaver63@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

 I've used a strap wrench as a "back-up" on the balancer, itself.
A strap wrench is cast aluminum handle with a canvas strap attached.
The canvas strap will not damage the balancer.
It is somewhat like an oil filter wrench.
Put it on the balancer, hold the handle with one hand, or have an 
assistant (Maryellen :-) ) hold it,  to keep the crank from turning, 
while you torque the bolt in the opposite direction.

  Jimmy

On 1/30/2011 10:36 AM, Gary H. wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> An update on changing the timing chain on a poly 318. Reminder: I was having a problem removing the key in the  crank. Thanks for all the suggestions. I tried them and never did get the key out. That sucker is "one" with the crank! So I tried the tip from club member Darwin: I used a small pipe that was big enough to fit over the crank to push on the lower timing gear, tapped on the gear, adjusting the chain/top gear accordingly as the assembly slid on.
>
> Then I spent some time yesterday putting the rest of the stuff back on the engine. Only one setback: when I put the timing gear cover on and was ready to put on the water pump I noticed in the parts box the crankshaft oil slinger sitting there staring at me. Duh! It's definitely not better R&R the timing chain cover the second time around! :) Better then than after all the other stuff was put back on, though!
>
> One quick question: the torque for the crankshaft pulley bolt is 135 foot pounds. Using a torque wrench spins the engine, so do I just tighten the bolt full in until using the ratchet the crank spins, then use the electric impact wrench I have and turn the bolt slightly, say 1/3 more?
>
> Thanks,
> Gary H.
>
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