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Re: Fan removal (archive)
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Posted by JT on March 18, 2000 at 20:57:41:

In Reply to: Re: Fan removal posted by Theo on March 17, 2000 at 12:22:47:

: Just put the wrench on the nut and hit it (the wrench) with a hammer. The nut will loosen. Remember that it is threaded backwards.

: That's how I've seen mechanics do it...

: Theo.

: : OK. So I paid a bunch for the humongous wrench necessary to remove the fan/clutch assembly, prior to changing out the cap & rotor. But my dumb question is: how do you get the shaft to sit still long enough to loosen the nut that holds the assembly to it?!? Thanks in advance for your help!

: : ---JT

Worked like a champ...proving the old adage: "When in doubt, get a bigger hammer!" Thanks to those who replied with advice...

---JT

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