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Subject:Re: Flywheel Bolts
From:Rob
Date:Thu, 2 May 2013 14:18:39 -0500

I've had good results with that type of impact driver, usually on
philips head screws but it does work.

Rob
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At  5/2/2013 12:45 PM, neil n wrote:
>Could a tool like this:
>
>http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-29200-Hand-Impact-Tool/dp/B0002NYDRG
>
>be used on the offending flywheel bolt? I have found this tool to be
>quite handy. (i.e. front brake splash guard screws)
>
>I know one doesn't have to pound the crap out of this tool to use it,
>but I have no idea if (effectively) banging on the end of the crank is
>a bad idea.
>
>Neil.
>
>
>On Thu, May 2, 2013 at 7:04 AM, Steve Cotsford <cotsford@aol.com> wrote:
>
> > Socket head cap screws are especially strong.
>
>
> > If you are fighting one off, try using a vice grips on the
> outside (very tight) and then giving the arm a good smack.
>
>
>
>--
>Neil n
>
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