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Thanks Steve,
I think I will stick to the startermotor trick
first, sounds neat and easy! :)
In case I doesn't work out for me, I will try the
method you suggest. I guess with a 5 feet long breaker bar you will be able to
loose any bolt on the car (except for those threaded balljoints..).
I wil keep you advise in mind to start with this
bolt first!
Allways good to start with the thoughest part to
remove I think :)
Btw, the radiator is already out so there will be
plenty of room to operate.
I have had re-cored the radiator at a reputable
radiatorshop and it is ready to built in, but I decided to wait untill I have
that timing chain replaced.
Robert
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Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2008 5:32
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Subject: RE: IML: 59 413 engine
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I hope this helps
you a little further in your rebuilding project.
Speaking about
rebuilding, was it difficult to find all the necessary
parts?
Since this is a RB
block one could expect some difficulties I think..
Everything
should be readily available except the pistons. Pistons are still
available too, just not so quickly and they are getting pricey at close to $75
each. I?m sure they could be had a little cheaper? I just like to
stick with the ?guy that knows? for my parts.
And, btw, do you
have a good trick to remove that bolt that keeps the harmonic balancer on the
crankshaft?
I am in progress of
replacing the timing chain of my engine, but are a little afraid to start
cause everyone told me that
this bolt is very
hard to remove..
I
have had very good luck with a ½ ratchet and a 5? breaker bar. All the
ones I have done have come out pretty easy with me on the bottom side with
breaker bar and a strong helper on the top side holding the a/c belts to stop
the engine from turning. If you are worried about it and don?t want to
try the starter trick take it by an independent mechanic and have him hit it
with a big ol? Impact wrench. He can loosen it then snug it back for
you.
Break
this bolt loose first thing so you don?t have to worry about it being stuck
once you tear everything else down. It?s easier with the radiator
out of the car but can still be done with everything hooked
up.
Steve B.
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