GM 3.8L Harmonic Balancer Removal

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  • Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
  • Short description of removing the harmonic balancer on a 3800 GM engine.

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  • @Dutchtheyooper
    @Dutchtheyooper  3 года назад +5

    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 Год назад +7

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

    • @stevensapyak7971
      @stevensapyak7971 7 месяцев назад

      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 2 года назад +8

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

  • @ishmaelwilliams304
    @ishmaelwilliams304 11 месяцев назад +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  11 месяцев назад

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

  • @debbiewatson7022
    @debbiewatson7022 2 года назад +2

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

  • @oliverrojas3185
    @oliverrojas3185 2 года назад +3

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

  • @doodlegassum6959
    @doodlegassum6959 2 года назад +1

    Really good info, especially the bolt sizes. Thankyou

    • @doodlegassum6959
      @doodlegassum6959 2 года назад +1

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

  • @liamtroesh35
    @liamtroesh35 Год назад

    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

  • @miomine3527
    @miomine3527 Год назад +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  Год назад

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

    • @marcusharrell9608
      @marcusharrell9608 Год назад

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

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Год назад

      @@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 Год назад

      @@Dutchtheyooper ok thanks

  • @LanceNeves
    @LanceNeves 6 месяцев назад +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.

  • @sadeshine69
    @sadeshine69 2 года назад +2

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

  • @iansmith5052
    @iansmith5052 2 года назад +1

    Thanks man I got it removed so far

  • @danieljay247
    @danieljay247 Год назад +1

    Thank you

  • @bugstomperkiwi
    @bugstomperkiwi 2 месяца назад +1

    Nothing in there to thread the three bolts into.

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  2 месяца назад

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

  • @blakefarlow
    @blakefarlow 11 месяцев назад

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

  • @johnisaacs8909
    @johnisaacs8909 2 года назад +3

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

    • @stevensapyak7971
      @stevensapyak7971 2 года назад

      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 Год назад +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 Год назад

      Thank the lord for this man

  • @adventureoflinkmk2
    @adventureoflinkmk2 7 месяцев назад

    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  7 месяцев назад +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 7 месяцев назад

      @@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  7 месяцев назад +1

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

    • @adventureoflinkmk2
      @adventureoflinkmk2 7 месяцев назад

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

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  7 месяцев назад +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.

  • @skids4days42
    @skids4days42 Год назад

    What engine is that out of

  • @nodayatthebeach
    @nodayatthebeach 2 года назад

    Fought it, Won !

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  2 года назад

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

  • @nedkelly.c0m
    @nedkelly.c0m Месяц назад +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 Месяц назад +1

      Have saved me heaps of time pulling mine off!

    • @Dutchtheyooper
      @Dutchtheyooper  Месяц назад

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