Timing Belt On A Auto R32

[Missileman]

OK I've almost finished the installation of a new timing belt on my auto R32 gtst, everything until now has gone like clockwork, but I've run into a problem that I can't figure out. How am i going to torque up the main bolt the holds the harmonic balance/ pulley set to the crankshaft?

A friend has suggested I remove the starter motor and jam a screwdriver in the teeth of the flywheel, but that is going to prove a real headache as the inside bolt on the starter motor offers zero room for my socket wrench to move, it might even require removal of the intake manifold.

There has to be an alternate way, if anyone knows of a solution or has some advice I would really love to hear it, otherwise I might have to trailer it to my local garage help.

Cheers Mike.

[markdem]

best way is with a rattle gun. but most people without a rattle gun just do it up as tight as they can with a breaker bar, giving it sudden, sharp jolts until your sure its not coming off. torque setting: F.T.

[Missileman]

best way is with a rattle gun. but most people without a rattle gun just do it up as tight as they can with a breaker bar, giving it sudden, sharp jolts until your sure its not coming off. torque setting: F.T.

Was wanting to use a torque wrench, but I'll be dammed if I'm going to spend all Saturday ripping out the manifold, rattle gun it is then.

Thanks for the reply.

[jiffo]

Remove the starter and fit a ring gear stopper.

It's not a GTR so the starter is easy to get at.

Use a long socket extension and come from the front. Easy as.

[Missileman]

Hmm might be worth one last shot, I only have a standard 40 piece sidchrome socket set, if I can source a couple more 250mm extensions then I'll give it a try. Just went outside with the torch and there is a gap between the alternator and the block, with a bit of luck it won't foul on the oil filter or pressure sender.

Autobarn or Repco carry a ring gear stopper?

Thanks again, Mike.

[BOOZTJUNKEY]

Remove the starter and fit a ring gear stopper.

It's not a GTR so the starter is easy to get at.

Use a long socket extension and come from the front. Easy as.

Hit the nail on the head mate I swapped the starter in my 32 in a few hours mate think outside the box a lil and u will get it out :-)

[jiffo]

I can fit the ring gear stopper on the GTR in a couple of minutes.

No need to actually remove the starter from the car, just disconnect the battery terminals, remove starter bolts and swing it clear, cables and all.

Remove the difficult bolt completely first before you slacken off the easy one.

450 long x 3/8" drive universal extension can be bought from any tool supply, then add shorter extensions until you clear the alternator and can swing the brace.

I made my ring gear stopper, not difficult but in my opinion it's essential considering the torque required on the Rb26 balancer bolt. ( 330-340 ft lbs)

I have heard that one of the clutch slave cylinder holes lines up with the ring gear. A modified long bolt with the end machined down can then be screwed into the hole and engaged in the ring gear.

Not for me but a GTSt has a LOT less torque (105-115 ft lbs) on the balancer bolt so it could suit your situation.

[boostn0199]

Just chuck it into gear then torque wrench it. I always do it and its enoigh to be held in place.

[jiffo]

Just chuck it into gear then torque wrench it. I always do it and its enoigh to be held in place.

O.P.'s car is auto, not manual.

[boostn0199]

Ohh lol didnt see that.