Crankshaft damper problem

[skid]

Hi All

Unfortunately while on a run before Christmas the crankshaft damper ‘let go’ and the rubber separated. After dismantling the radiator, steering rack , and other associated items, I am left with trying to get the crankshaft nut off which is putting up some resistance!

Question -is there a lock washer on the shaft or am I missing something!

Many thank, and a Happy New Year!

Simon

[silverdart]

Hi Simon, There is a keyed washer behind the nut. To arrest rotation of the crankshaft I usually position a steel bar between two slave bolts in the crankshaft pulley to react against the chassis. You can then use a suitable socket to undo the nut which is right hand thread b.t.w.

Good luck.

Dave.

[skid]

Hi Dave

Many thanks for the reply, and I will give this a go after the festivities !

Simon

[skid]

Dear All,

Having failed to remove the offending nut by using various means, including air guns! I have given up and need to tow the car to the local garage.

Does anyone have any tips on the best place to attach a tow rope.

Any ideas would be use full

Many thanks

Simon

[Author]

Posts