Flywheel problem please help
06-20-2009, 08:57 PM
#1
Flywheel problem please help
im trying to get the flywheel off my engine but when i hold the flywheel and turn the nut, the piston is moving too. what could be the problem. Any answers would be appreciated
06-20-2009, 09:00 PM
#2
It's not tight enough on the collett. you need to lock the piston with a tool, or a soft material, like a pencil eraser, or a soft plastic
06-20-2009, 09:16 PM
#3
06-20-2009, 09:24 PM
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06-20-2009, 09:42 PM
#7
06-20-2009, 09:44 PM
#8
Do it harder.
06-20-2009, 09:56 PM
#9
Fold a large zip tie in half and insert it into the exhaust. Works perfectly and is cheaper than both of the other options.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
06-20-2009, 10:35 PM
#10
Fold a large zip tie in half and insert it into the exhaust. Works perfectly and is cheaper than both of the other options.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
06-20-2009, 11:19 PM
#11
Your flywheel is not tight on your collette, or your collette is not tight on the shaft. You need to lock that Clutch nut down really tight, with some threadlock. It should snug up both the flywheel, and the collette. If it was all working good before, you just didn't tighten it enough
06-20-2009, 11:24 PM
#12
Fold a large zip tie in half and insert it into the exhaust. Works perfectly and is cheaper than both of the other options.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
I like the looks of those tools, but then you have to take the backplate off, which can be a pain if you are in a hurry to get a flywheel off or on.
06-20-2009, 11:32 PM
#13
Your flywheel is not tight on your collette, or your collette is not tight on the shaft. You need to lock that Clutch nut down really tight, with some threadlock. It should snug up both the flywheel, and the collette. If it was all working good before, you just didn't tighten it enough
06-20-2009, 11:38 PM
#14
Thats what he's saying. I refuse to put anything into any of my engine ports. I tried it once and that metal is so sharp, it just cuts pieces off anything you shove in there, and there's a really good chance that one of those pieces will fall into your crankshaft. It also puts unwanted stress on your con rod..sorry Jammin, gonna have to disagree with you on this one
your way is faster and easier, but not worth the risk IMO)
06-21-2009, 12:19 AM
#15
Tech Addict
If you just have to use something to stop the piston then at least do it so that you pose the least risk to the engine. Turn the engine over (head down) and turn the crank so the exhaust port is open. Pour in about a teaspoon of fuel or oil. You can't compress a liquid.
Yes, if you have to torque to the nut to extremes you might bend a rod. But if you have to crank on it that hard the piston would already be damaged from ANY other type piston stop.
When installing a flywheel first always make sure the mating parts are grease free.
Ed M.
Yes, if you have to torque to the nut to extremes you might bend a rod. But if you have to crank on it that hard the piston would already be damaged from ANY other type piston stop.
When installing a flywheel first always make sure the mating parts are grease free.
Ed M.