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Harmonic Balancer

Started by davelh , Jan 04 2006 04:15 PM

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#1 davelh

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Posted 04 January 2006 - 04:15 PM

Just wanted to know how to remove and replace the harmonic balancer on my 173
i think the dampner has gone and it is wobbling all over the place
also, will the standard style be the best, i need to run the aircon thats all
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dave

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#2 _CHOPPER_

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Posted 04 January 2006 - 06:21 PM

Borrow or buy a harmonic balance removing tool. This bolts onto the front of the balancer. Then there should be a large bolt in the middle. Wind this in and it removes the balancer like magic. Remove the radiator before belting the front of the new balancer with a hammer and bronze/brass drift. Replace the seal and fan belts while you're at it.

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#3 _blkwatch_

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Posted 04 January 2006 - 06:29 PM

sure any harmonic balancer of a red 6 will fit

but to get the old one of u will definatly need a harmo puller, with out it you will

only get the outer part off. as far as the aircon goes the extra pully is a bolt on and

every harmonic balancer has the bolt holes(and its safe to use a good s/hand 1)

if you cant borrow one,DONT HIRE ONE. buy one there not xpensive

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#4 davelh

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Posted 05 January 2006 - 02:37 PM

no probs getting a puller just wanted too know of any traps
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#5 _Bomber Watson_

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Posted 05 January 2006 - 07:14 PM

na, fairly easy mate. just remember to buy coolant.

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#6 Dangerous

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Posted 05 January 2006 - 08:41 PM

Changeover harmonic balancers usually have some paint overspray in the centre hole. Be sure to clean this out with solvent before fitting, as it is an interference fit on the Holden 6 cranks (not so much of a problem on the 8s, as it isn't an interference fit). Don't use emery paper to clean out any overspray, as the radial scratches can make the balancer harder to fit.