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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 08:04 PM
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Default Correct LS Engine Harmonic Balancer removal tool

Is this the only CORRECT Harmonic Balancer Removal tool for LS1, LS6, LS2, LS3 on the Market ??

http://www.toolxpress.com.au/gen-111...er-puller.html
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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 08:22 PM
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Is this the only CORRECT Harmonic Balancer Removal tool for LS1, LS6, LS2, LS3 on the Market ??

http://www.toolxpress.com.au/gen-111...er-puller.html



This probably isn't the "CORRECT" tool...but it has always worked for me...


About 12 bucks...



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Look up Chrysler pullers for like pt cruiser and what not. It's also used for GM and is the correct puller.
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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 08:41 PM
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that one looks nice but really limits you to only the ls1 balancers. pretty pricey for limited use

I use the push-rod style.. the long push rod goes in the snout and you wont mess up the crank threads or have to mess with a bolt to push on like the pointed screw style


http://www.grainger.com/product/OTC-...r-Puller-5KGJ2


they also have the hex on the puller body so a wrench can hold it steady while a ratchet drives the screw. more stable
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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 08:48 PM
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^^ that one.
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Old Jan 29, 2015 | 07:19 AM
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Originally Posted by CattleAc
This probably isn't the "CORRECT" tool...but it has always worked for me...


About 12 bucks...



Same here.
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Old Jan 29, 2015 | 08:44 AM
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Just don't push on the stock bolt as per LS1howto and get the correct installation tool or make one.
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Old Jan 29, 2015 | 09:03 AM
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I always use these on the the snout of the crank with my 3 jaw pullers. Never had any problems. https://www.google.com/search?hl=en&...01.8t0Xf62A5M8
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Rent the Chrysler puller from advance auto parts and use a appropriate sized 3/8" drive socket as a crank protector. Works every time.
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I own this kit as well as a few different sizes of two and three arm pulley pullers. I can pull any balancer, pulley or beer cap. The kit has the slug that covers the end of the crank to push on.

The stock balancers can easily be removed by a three arm pulley puller with the right slug.

All aftermarket balancers have three threaded holes to pull on.
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Originally Posted by 89 formula350
that one looks nice but really limits you to only the ls1 balancers. pretty pricey for limited use

I use the push-rod style.. the long push rod goes in the snout and you wont mess up the crank threads or have to mess with a bolt to push on like the pointed screw style


http://www.grainger.com/product/OTC-...r-Puller-5KGJ2


they also have the hex on the puller body so a wrench can hold it steady while a ratchet drives the screw. more stable
This is what I have . It's the quickest and easiest to use.
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