In a message dated 3/9/2007 8:31:31 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, dhaynes@OPTONLINE.NET writes: Instead of a slide hammer, try the following. Get a socket large enough for the piston pin to fit inside, yet small enough on the outside to fit in the block opening. Then, wit the 3/8 threaded rod use another nut and washer on the back of the socket and turn the nut to pull the pin out while the socket pushes against the piston. A little oil on the threads will make it come out nice and easy. No banging, stressing the rod end, etc. Dennis
This is the way I do it also Dennis . I would just add that I use a lot of carburetor cleaner to soften the varnish. Jeff E. Atlanta , Ga. 87' Westy "weekender" 91' GL "Drop dead red" <BR><BR><BR>**************************************<BR> AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free from AOL at http://www.aol.com. |
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