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Old Apr 3, 2013 | 11:50 PM
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I wanted to change up to the 58x wheel so i made this tool of the 24x while it was fitted to the crank, then swapped over to the new wheel. I actually welded my wheel on as i have heard of them coming loose and it also made it easier to fit without an oxy.
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Old Apr 5, 2013 | 11:52 AM
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Yeah, it seems that welding the reluctor wheel never hurts. I think I'll do it too. Your jig is simple enough, yet gets the job done. Good work!
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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 04:22 PM
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It looks simple enough. How hard was it to swap the wheel itself? I have an 07 l33 that I want to swap to a 24x wheel so I can use it with my current lm7 wiring harness/ecm.
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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 04:32 PM
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How much for the tool lol? Seems no one local has one and I just can't justify spending $200+ for a one time deal. I just spend $200 on a cam bearing tool.... :-/

Oh and any issues with balancing after the welding? I was told the wheels come uninstalled so the machinists can balance the crank. But if you install it, then weld (add material) wouldn't it throw the balance off?
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