Reply To: Pulling flywheel

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First I’d put the flywheel nut back on by at least a couple threads to prevent the flywheel from flying across the room when it does come off!  Then, tighten the centre bolt really tight and strike it a hard sharp blow with a two pound hammer while lifting up on the flywheel at the same time. Lifting on the flywheel allows it to absorb the shock without damaging any crank bearings or anything inside the motor. You might need an extra hand to do the lifting but it should pop loose.

Others, including myself, have just used an impact wrench on the pullers centre bolt with good results.  A strap wrench comes in really handy here while loosening or tightening a flywheel to.