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crankshaft bolt?

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Old 06-06-2006, 01:56 PM
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what size socket is the crankshaft bolt?

Is it 15/16" ?

Which way should I turn the engine? Clockwise?

I'm trying to turn the engine by hand.

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Old 06-06-2006, 02:07 PM
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Yes and it does not matter which way you turn it
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Old 06-06-2006, 04:46 PM
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take the plugs out.... make your life easier...
once the plugs are out you can turn the engine by turning thr accesory pullies
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Old 06-06-2006, 06:52 PM
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Yes, 15/16" and as Adder said take the plugs out..it will be easier. I always..always turn mine clockwise.
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thanks guys.

I swear I pulled 3lbs of dirt out of the crank pulley b4 I got to that bolt...good lord
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