Tricks in getting Crankshaft Pully out?

**98serwtricks** · 02-13-2005, 09:06 AM

I've searched but didn't find the info I'm looking for.

I got the crankshaft bolt off yesterday (not as hard as I thought it would be). The pully is not budging. Do I need a special tool (pully puller type tool) or should it just slide off? I tried some WD40 to try and penetrate in, but it's still not moving

Maybe I need more muscle?

**Keachman1** · 02-13-2005, 09:25 AM

The pulley should slide off easily. It's a slip fit with a small key. Try some WD40 and let it set for a few minutes. You may have to use a rubber hammer if the pulley is rusted on. If you have to use a puller, be sure to use the pulley bolt or something else to protect the crankshaft threads or they can get damaged from the puller. Good luck.

**HostileJava** · 02-13-2005, 09:54 AM

Have you looked over the howto?

https://www.3geez.com/showthread.php?t=15450

**smufguy** · 02-13-2005, 10:30 AM

try to wedge something between the block and the pully base and pry it out, but wd40 soaked and rubber mallet impact will free up the rust/oil freeze.