Date:         Sat, 12 May 2012 19:44:24 -0400
Reply-To:     John Meeks <vanagon@GMAIL.COM>
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From:         John Meeks <vanagon@GMAIL.COM>
Subject:      Re: trouble installing new starter bushing
Comments: To: neil n <musomuso@gmail.com>
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I used a nice flat washer on top of the nut. Worked out fine.
As to my experience level, it's not that great. That's why I started
the Rescue Squad and Vanagonauts.com ;-)
Gotta say though recovering from the recent engine fire has upped the
level quite a bit.
She's running really well now and finally has a name: Phoenix.
John

On Fri, May 11, 2012 at 4:47 PM, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:
> Folks I worded that  poorly.   (I think the POR-15 and laquer thinner
> fumes have finally taken their toll   < kidding >)
>
> Worded as a question, I tried to infer that one should NOT use a
> socket that. Assuming smaller OD of socket fit in the bushing. Using
> the socket that way would expand or split the bushing.
>
> Given John's experience level I shoulda known better than to ask that
> question!   :^)
>
> Apologies.
>
> Neil.
>
> On 5/11/12, neil n <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Likely you are NOT, but are you using a socket like this?  image:
>>
>> http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21IPLbKOdpL._SL500_AA300_.jpg