crankshaft pulley removal?

[shodazzl]

I'm having a hard time removing the crankshaft pulley.How can I remove the pulley,without using the starter method,because I removed my intake ,adjusted the shims,and I removed every pulley removed down to the crankshaft .Not bad for a first timer,But when I try to loosen the bolt the pulley keeps spinning .I know I'm missing something here,(harmonic puller?)Can any one explain HOW to remove this pulley, and how to use the tool(in detail). Any answers welcome Thanks

 

[sdpatt]

If you have a manual transmission, you can install the spare on the hub and lower the tire to the ground. Engage the parking brake and notch the shifter into 4th gear. Now install your 19mm socket and long-handled socket wrench and get that bolt off. If you have an automatic transmission or just want to get the bolt off easily, use the starter method. It works great. See the picture below for the location of the wrench.

 

[ISHOU]

The starter method for removing the crank bolt is intimidating the first time but believe us when we say it really is the easiest way to loosen that stubborn bolt.

 

[bigdaddy]

The crankshaft bolt is torqued to 120ft/lbs.If your water pump has ever leaked you may be looking at a corroded bolt problem,(like mine).
I finally had to rent a oxygen/acetylene torch, to heat the bolt up and then removed it with my impact gun. GOOD LUCK!!!

 

[pete c]

definitely let that starter do the work. But, do use a lifetime guarantee ratchet, you just might use that guarantee. And it doesn't matter how much stuff is off, as long as you have a starter, battery and solenoid, you can do it.

 

[sdpatt]

But before you crank the starter, you must remove one of the DIS connectors or the coil pack connector to prevent the engine from starting.

Scott

 

[Todds93SHO]

I used a really kick-ass 1/2" impact gun. Only took a second. From the sounds of everyone using the starter though I think maybe I shouldn't have. I haven't had any problems and I've done this a few times.

 

[Chrisssssssss]

Starter method here. It works.

 

[pjtoledo]

I use a 3/4" drive 6 point socket on a really big extension and bar. You don't need the tires on the car, just have an assistant step on the brakes with the tranny in 4th or 5th. Whatever method you choose, make sure the socket is fully seated on the nut, if it is only part on, or slips off you may round the nut. And thats bad, very bad.

Perry Toledo,Ohio

 

[pete c]

One thing, if that 1/2 drive craftsman ratchet has any sentimental value like granda gave it to you or it's one of the old ones which are of much better quality (much smoother ratchet action), you may want to try an impact or breaker bar. After doing this, the already ****** action has gotten worse. Time to go to sears and get another!!!!

 

[shodazzl]

Good deal Guys, I did it!Now to go get the puller and such..