Originally Posted by
offr0aden
I mark the back of the flywheel with a black marker - then turn the crank shaft so the piston is at bottom dead center (BDC) then slide the flywheel on the the collet and give it a squeeze with my thumbs on the back plate. Screw the clutch nut on and tighten hand tight. Then using a pair of channel locks and a folded shop rag. I hold the flywheel and tighten to 25 to 30 inch lbs. About a 1/4 turn after it bottoms out.
Install clutch shoes / bell and have fun!!!
good idea on marking BDC. probably comes in handy after shutting down the motor