these parts in order.
Parts for each project get their own shelf to prevent parts from
getting mixed with parts from other projects.The heads were then ready to be removed. Herman began removing
the torqued bolts holding each head to the block by beginning in the
center and removing the bolts outward and in a circular pattern. Once
the heads were off, they were placed on a shelf for further disassembly
with the bolts that once held them on.
Among the parts that required more than a single socket or wrench for
removal was the harmonic balancer. To take the harmonic balancer off,
a harmonic balancer puller was employed. The tool acts much in the
same way as a steering wheel puller, as bolts are fastened to the balancer
and a threaded shaft pushes against the crank. Often, an impact wrench
is required to pull off the harmonic balancer, but this engine’s nut came
off using a hand tool. As with all of the parts he removed, Herman
inspected the part for wear. Even though this engine will get a new
harmonic balancer, Herman examined the rubber gasket around the
harmonic balancer for any signs of wear.