GM 3.8L Harmonic Balancer Removal

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  • @Dutchtheyooper
    @Dutchtheyooper  Před 2 lety +3

    Notes: Cylinder with piston down on compression stroke. 15/16 socket. 1/4 X 28 X 4". There is supposed to be a little part in the end of the puller, it was missing. Any questions feel free to comment and subscribe!

  • @mre1984
    @mre1984 Před 11 měsíci +6

    The best info you shared that may be overlooked a lot is the 1/4x28x4” bolts.
    Thanks for that!

    • @stevensapyak7971
      @stevensapyak7971 Před 6 měsíci

      1.21.24. The 1/4 x 28 x 4” bolts will work⚠️ however the threads are actually Metric. 6mm x 1.0 x 70, 80, or 90mm depending upon what puller is used.

  • @RatBasterd
    @RatBasterd Před 2 lety +7

    Thanks for posting this! You confirmed 2 critical things for me: I have the right size socket, and the wrong puller.

  • @ishmaelwilliams304
    @ishmaelwilliams304 Před 9 měsíci +5

    Wow THANK YOU!! finally I found a video that may help me! 4” bolts and leave the original bolt in and press against it!! HOLLY COW I didn’t think of that one I just switched my pulley! I’m going back for the $20 pulley and do it as you just showed me!!

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 9 měsíci

      If you use the long pushrod you can take the bolt out.

  • @oliverrojas3185
    @oliverrojas3185 Před 2 lety +3

    I did not overtighten the puller bolts after watching you ease out the harmonic balancer. Thanks, your instructions are hellpful.

  • @debbiewatson7022
    @debbiewatson7022 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank You, you were more informative, & showed more. others talked more & showed less of actually what they were doing. Thanks again

  • @sadeshine69
    @sadeshine69 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you I was able to change it out and put a new one on I'm back rolling.. You Rock!

  • @doodlegassum6959
    @doodlegassum6959 Před 2 lety +1

    Really good info, especially the bolt sizes. Thankyou

    • @doodlegassum6959
      @doodlegassum6959 Před 2 lety +1

      If any ozzies are wondering, this info is good for your vy commodore 3.8 as well

  • @iansmith5052
    @iansmith5052 Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks man I got it removed so far

  • @liamtroesh35
    @liamtroesh35 Před rokem

    Doorman pick a nut at advanced is a lifesaver- they have 1/4-28 x 3” (luckily in stock) and that with some 1/4” washers did the trick

  • @blakefarlow
    @blakefarlow Před 9 měsíci

    hey mate whats the size of the bolts you use with the puller tool

  • @danieljay247
    @danieljay247 Před rokem +1

    Thank you

  • @miomine3527
    @miomine3527 Před rokem +1

    I bet that's the harbor freight puller..
    The same thing is happening to me the bolt on the puller is screwing into the threads where the crankshaft bolt goes..so I'm like wait something is not right here..and here's your video certifying my suspicion..thank you for the vid...👍

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před rokem

      It is actually the loaner tool from Advance Auto. (Probably made in China)

    • @marcusharrell9608
      @marcusharrell9608 Před rokem

      @@Dutchtheyooper hey did the loaner tool come with the screws you used to thread in?

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před rokem

      @@marcusharrell9608 It did not come with the correct bolts. You can get the correct bolts at Tractor Supply, Menards and maybe Ace not sure about Lowes and Home Depot

    • @marcusharrell9608
      @marcusharrell9608 Před rokem

      @@Dutchtheyooper ok thanks

  • @LanceNeves
    @LanceNeves Před 4 měsíci +1

    Good video! I would add in text if possible if using rope trick it has to be on the compression stroke because if it is on the exhaust stroke the rope will bend the exhaust valve.

  • @adventureoflinkmk2
    @adventureoflinkmk2 Před 6 měsíci

    How newer is newer? Because i got a 2001 buick park avenue that i need a new crank sensor put on. Do i follow the 76 degrees or the 114 degrees
    Also what does 1098 mean

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 6 měsíci +1

      111 + 76 degrees. New bolt is recommended since it is a stretch bolt but I have never had a problem reusing them.

    • @adventureoflinkmk2
      @adventureoflinkmk2 Před 6 měsíci

      @@Dutchtheyooper Roger that. Good to know thanks.
      Also: I was told that you need to secure the flex wheel before torquing it. Is that true.. given I saw TRQ I think it is, use the special tool bolts and wedge a pry bar in there

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@adventureoflinkmk2 I usually put vice grips on the flex plate

    • @adventureoflinkmk2
      @adventureoflinkmk2 Před 6 měsíci

      @@Dutchtheyooper and it's easy access to get to without having to remove the transmission or the starter right

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 6 měsíci +1

      @@adventureoflinkmk2 No, you would have pull down the starter. I have also removed a spark plug and stuffed rope in the cylinder but there is a possibility of damaging something, never had a problem with that method either.

  • @bugstomperkiwi
    @bugstomperkiwi Před měsícem +1

    Nothing in there to thread the three bolts into.

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před měsícem

      Are you sure you have the correct size bolts? Maybe they threads in the are filled with grime?

  • @skids4days42
    @skids4days42 Před rokem

    What engine is that out of

  • @nodayatthebeach
    @nodayatthebeach Před 2 lety

    Fought it, Won !

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 2 lety

      Yes, it's different in a car. I did it on an engine out of the car for ease of doing the video. Thanks!

  • @johnisaacs8909
    @johnisaacs8909 Před 2 lety +3

    The right bolts to use are 6mm x 1.0 thread pitch

    • @stevensapyak7971
      @stevensapyak7971 Před 2 lety

      3.14.22. You are correct they are actually metric threads. M6 X 1.0 thread pitch X 70/80 or 90mm long, depending on what puller you use. Also use hardened hex or Allen bolts. You may need hardened washers too. Oh and use a propane torch to heat up the 24mm crankshaft bolt holding the harmonic balancer on! Just a minute or two, It helps to break the Loctite they use on the bolt.

    • @mmorgz6622
      @mmorgz6622 Před rokem +1

      can confirm. im working on a 3.8 ecotec from a VS commadore(AUS). picked up some of these M6x1.0 bolts at 100mm long from bunnings. fit perfect. thankyou johnisaacs

    • @OntarioCavers
      @OntarioCavers Před rokem

      Thank the lord for this man

  • @nedkelly.c0m
    @nedkelly.c0m Před 4 dny +1

    Actual legend, if you have a payID I’m happy to shout a beer for you stating correct bolt sizes.

    • @nedkelly.c0m
      @nedkelly.c0m Před 4 dny +1

      Have saved me heaps of time pulling mine off!

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Před 4 dny

      I appreciate the offer, but no worries! Glad it worked out for you.