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onetallmj

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Any tips on removing the balancer while the engine is in place? It looks like a real tight fit for a puller. How did anyone else do it?
 
onetallmj said:
Any tips on removing the balancer while the engine is in place? It looks like a real tight fit for a puller. How did anyone else do it?
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On my 97 I had to replace the seal underneath and it wasn't too bad.
1. remove the front bumper
2. get a puller
3. use the winch mount holes in the front crossmember to get to the puller
4. pull it off.
 
Its really not a hard replacement. Do a search on harmonic balancer, or enginer damper, engine pulley; all synonomous terms. PM me if you want clarification, or there are plenty of people who know more then I.
 
Amazingly, I didn't need to remove the bumper when I did mine. I think I may have even used the inside of the bumper as some sort of leverage/anchor for a large wrench. Can't remember.

I removed the radiator for a better view of the area.

Do make sure you rent a DECENT puller/installer set. Makes all the difference.
 
XJade said:
Amazingly, I didn't need to remove the bumper when I did mine. I think I may have even used the inside of the bumper as some sort of leverage/anchor for a large wrench. Can't remember.

I removed the radiator for a better view of the area.
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Given the choice, bumper is easier :D :D
 
Kejtar said:
Given the choice, bumper is easier :D :D
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That is true. I seem to remember saying to myself: I wish this blessed bumper wasn't in the way! The Jeep gods were merciful that day.
 
Couple of right bolts and a drilled piece of angle iron will serve as a fine puller. No clearance problems with anything else either.
 
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