Auto engine locking

ballymenaman · 14th September 2016, 13:13

How do I lock the engine so I can undo/redo the crankshaft pulley bolt in my automatic V6? Obviously the old trick of putting it in gear and getting someone to stand on the brakes won't work!!

RogerHeinz57 · 14th September 2016, 13:25

The proper tool is best which is quite a beast, but an expensive option so a visit to a member who has one is probably the best.

The alternative is to fabricate a half reasonable flywheel locking tool (Not the best method) !

Finally drop off the starter and lock the flywheel with a good pry-bar, but remember the crank pulley bolt is done to a specific torque and worth paying attention to this.

Good luck - JohnH.

ballymenaman · 14th September 2016, 17:27

Managed to find the Sealey version of the proper tool online - NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- hell, it weren't cheap!!!!!

petespieces · 14th September 2016, 18:46

I am not recommending this but it worked for me, use the method at your own risk.

http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=115761

zefrench · 14th September 2016, 23:04

I used a battery powered impact wrench.

MWMan · 15th September 2016, 04:51

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Originally Posted by ballymenaman

Managed to find the Sealey version of the proper tool online - NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- hell, it weren't cheap!!!!!

Do you have a link to the tool(s) you purchased?

Thanks

kaiser · 15th September 2016, 04:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by ballymenaman

How do I lock the engine so I can undo/redo the crankshaft pulley bolt in my automatic V6? Obviously the old trick of putting it in gear and getting someone to stand on the brakes won't work!!

A good socket with with an outrageous extension would too!
An industrial size pneumatic wrench.
Turning the starter with a fixated socket on the nut works too, but you need to be careful. Works a treat though!

beinet1 · 15th September 2016, 05:03

Hi,

Have a look at this thread: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=204919

ballymenaman · 16th September 2016, 13:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by MWMan

Do you have a link to the tool(s) you purchased?

Thanks

I knew it was too good to be true. I have found the Sealey tool (VS1292) on 3 websites. Three times I have ordered and paid only to receive a refund with a message saying this item is no longer available!!!!

I have ordered a DeWalt impact wrench which should undo the pulley bolt. I have also been talking to Shiner (Andy) and he tells me that its safe to use the driveplate locking tool (the steel pin that fits in the hole in the gearbox casing to lock the engine in the safe position) to tighten it up again to the required torque. I know a lot of people on here say this isn't safe but if Andy reckons it is, and does this himself, I think I'd be OK doing it. Can't see it being any more risky than sticking a screwdriver in the flywheel teeth, which is advocated often!!!!

zefrench · 18th September 2016, 22:38

My barrer y impact wrench took out that bolt nicely and putting an appropriate torque stick on the impact let me torque it down to the right amount of force.

14th September 2016, 13:13	#1
ballymenaman Avid contributor 75 Contemporary SE 2.5 V6 Auto, Rover 45, classic mini and E Niro Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ballymena, Northern Ireland Posts: 239 Thanks: 25 Thanked 19 Times in 17 Posts	Auto engine locking How do I lock the engine so I can undo/redo the crankshaft pulley bolt in my automatic V6? Obviously the old trick of putting it in gear and getting someone to stand on the brakes won't work!!

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ballymenaman Avid contributor 75 Contemporary SE 2.5 V6 Auto, Rover 45, classic mini and E Niro Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ballymena, Northern Ireland Posts: 239 Thanks: 25 Thanked 19 Times in 17 Posts	Managed to find the Sealey version of the proper tool online - NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- hell, it weren't cheap!!!!! Last edited by Dragrad; 15th September 2016 at 00:05.. Reason: Contravention of Club Rules - FAQ Rule 2 ;-(

14th September 2016, 13:25	#2
RogerHeinz57 I really should get out more....... A Reasonably Priced Car Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Burton Latimer Posts: 2,530 Thanks: 408 Thanked 1,064 Times in 712 Posts	The proper tool is best which is quite a beast, but an expensive option so a visit to a member who has one is probably the best. The alternative is to fabricate a half reasonable flywheel locking tool (Not the best method) ! Finally drop off the starter and lock the flywheel with a good pry-bar, but remember the crank pulley bolt is done to a specific torque and worth paying attention to this. Good luck - JohnH.

14th September 2016, 18:46	#4
petespieces Gets stuck in Rover 75 Saloon 1.8 auto Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Le Theil de Bretagne (France) Posts: 661 Thanks: 36 Thanked 37 Times in 29 Posts	I am not recommending this but it worked for me, use the method at your own risk. http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=115761

14th September 2016, 23:04	#5
zefrench Avid contributor Freelander V6 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 130 Thanks: 30 Thanked 24 Times in 22 Posts	I used a battery powered impact wrench.

15th September 2016, 05:03	#8
beinet1 Posted a thing or two Rover 75 2.0 V6 Auto Join Date: May 2011 Location: Sandnes - Norway Posts: 1,560 Thanks: 64 Thanked 283 Times in 174 Posts	Hi, Have a look at this thread: http://www.the75andztclub.co.uk/foru...d.php?t=204919

18th September 2016, 22:38	#10
zefrench Avid contributor Freelander V6 Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 130 Thanks: 30 Thanked 24 Times in 22 Posts	My barrer y impact wrench took out that bolt nicely and putting an appropriate torque stick on the impact let me torque it down to the right amount of force.