LOL! Maybe the engine tin or exhaust if real lucky. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of neil n Sent: Thursday, May 02, 2013 1:46 PM To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM Subject: Re: Flywheel Bolts 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.
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