harmonic dampiner bolt stuck

[1ekoms]

Im have a smokin 95 SHO AKA leaky front main, so im going ahead and replacing the water pump, crank sensor, timing belt, cam seals, and front main, but i cant get the damn bolt off the harmonic dampiner.
tried penetrating oil, impact wrench, strap wrench & socket wrench

any suggestions, tips or tricks would be appreciated

 

[autobahnsho]

Give the "starter bump" (a famous SHO legend here) a try.

You put a 'disposable if it breaks' wrench on the bolt. You brace it against something, and turn the key to make the starter turn just a little bit. This usually loosens it enough to get it off. Be careful and you'll be fine.

 

[masho95]

If you try the starter bump method, never had it fail on multiple cars, make sure you use a 6 point socket! 12 point sockets tend to round the bolt, although I've had them work before, but I definitely DON'T recommend it. If you are still lost on the "starter bump" method do a search for it and I'm sure you'll find exactly what you'll need. Good luck.

 

[projectSHO89]

autobahnsho:
You put a 'disposable if it breaks' wrench on the bolt.

Hey! That's the reason for buying a "lifetime warantee" socket wrench!

Steve