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Old 09-29-2011, 08:53 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by wstar View Post
1) Clearly, he has a point about the Aluminum pulleys partially welding themselves onto the crankshaft over time. It makes basic sense, and his video removal evidence is pretty compelling. They can still be removed, but don't expect to get them off at a later date with just a simple home garage impact wrench with the engine and radiator still installed like normal. I'm sure mine is pretty well glued on at this point, but I also don't see myself ever removing it.
This is why NST puts a Steel ring around the inner part of the pulley. To prevent the aluminum from welding itself in and providing a proper bearing.
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