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Old May 19, 2004 | 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Whistler
The ATI fastener is not a TTY bolt, it's standard grade 8 hardware, so it's reusable. Put red loctite on the threads and around the head where it meets the washer, then crank it in as tight as you can get it.
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Old May 20, 2004 | 10:23 AM
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I thought the instructions say to tighten to 40ftlbs. and then another 180 degree turn?
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Old May 20, 2004 | 10:45 AM
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I think it was 40 ft lbs, then another 1/3 turn.
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Old May 20, 2004 | 06:44 PM
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fwiw i added the pic to the second pg of my head install if you want to see the tool i made
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Old May 21, 2004 | 08:56 AM
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When you put the pulley on, did you stay away from the oil pump and if so
how did you know???????
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I jut ram a ratchet between the balancer and various accesories and it works with any tranny and costs nothing. Its easy, quick, and doesnt hurt anything. Hope this helps...
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Thanks, I was able to jam a scredriver in the flywheel and cranked down on the bolt.
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