This isn't really Type-R related but is Honda engine related. The crank pulley holder tool...is that only available through Honda? Or does Snap-On or some other tool manufacturer manufacture that tool? If you do have it, how much did it cost? I'm reviewing the procedure in the Helm's manual on how to do a valve adjustment and I want to have all of the tools before I get started (going on 22,000 miles now). Thanks for any info.

 

Anyone please! I was driving through a Jack In The Box drive through and it was embarrassing as hell cause my valves are tapping so loud. Plus, if no one knows about availability of this tool, then how are you guys retorqueing (sp?) your crankshaft pulley bolt back to factory spec after a valve adjustment? Just curious.

 

You don't need a crank pulley holder tool to do a valve adjustment. Snapon sells it also. Tool is used only to get the pulley out. You only need a 19mm socket, long extension and a rachet.

 

I don't yet own a Helm's (unfortunately), so I don't know exactly what you're reading, but I can't see why you'd need the crank pulley tool to adjust the valves. To rotate the crank, all you need is a ratchet or breaker bar and the correct size socket (I don't recall the size). Also, no need to re-torque the bolt because you shouldn't have to remove it in the first place. The one tool that would be very helpful is a valve adjustment tool. You can get one from Honda or Snap-On. There was also a thread about it recently. HTH.

 

Oh, I just ordered the adjustment tool from Snap-On today. The reason for the pulley holder (different part than the Snap-On one) is because the Helm's manual recommends retorqueing the crankshaft pulley back to 130 ft/lbs (B18C1 and C5 engines) when done with the valve adjustment (all the pulley holder does is hold the pulley still while you take the 19mm socket and torque the crankshaft bolt to spec). The reason is because when you turn that engine over with your ratchet, you're turning it counterclockwise, and you might loosen the crankshaft pulley bolt a little (at least that's what I'm getting from the procedure).

 

Unless someone didnt install the crank pulley bolt correctly, it wont come
loose.

 

Moroso makes a crank pully tool.



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Yeah I don't believe you will need a crank pulley tool either but I have the morroso one it's like 50 bucks and a lot cheaper than the snap on...but then again the snap on has removable pieces for different crank pullies...but works fine...

 

no way, that bolt is the bitch that everyone cannot get off even when they try to remove it with extension arms and **** on their ratchets. dont worry it wont come loose, its on there for good, no joke. youre all set with just the valve adjustment tool.
Also, make sure you have a 8-10" extension for between the ratchet and 19mm socket. Thats to reach thru the wheel well plastic splashguard piece, where there is a slot for the socket to go thru to get to the 19mm crank pulley bolt.

 

it would also be used to take off and on the flywheel. I think its a good idea to have one around

 

Nope, still dont need the tool.

I have not taken off my crank bolt, but even with the correct tool to hold the crank pulley, Isnt it still extremely hard to remove the bolt?
Ive heard so many people having problems with their air guns not having enough power to take it off, I can imagine just trying to break it loose with that tool.

 

Hi,

Nope. You do not need that tool. Take the sparkplugs out and the engine will turn over very easily.

You should be able to use your hands on the accessory belts or an open end wrench on whatever accessory pulley is the easiest to get at.

Or leave the car in gear and roll it. Level surfaces only, please. Don't need to state the obvious here, do I? A partner could work the parking brake for you too.

John

 

Thanks for the replies everyone. As soon as my adjustment tool arrives, it's valve adjustment time! Also time to change the oil again, anc clean the CAI filter. The fun never stops does it?

 

Its not designed to remove the crank pulley. Its designed to hold the crank in place, so it won't rotate. Makes it much easier to remove the crank pulley. Also tightening the flywheel and pressure plate is a bitch if you dont' have the motor in the car. When you torque it down the flywheel keeps rotating.

if my car wasn't stolen, i woudl have bought one. They didn't have it in stock when i needed mine.


[Modified by 98TypeR, 2:16 PM 1/8/2002]