twr7cx
23rd June 2019, 12:30 PM
Ok, whats the black magic trick for removing the rear middle bolt on the accessories bracket (that holds the air-conditioning compressor, water, ACE and PAS pumps)?
152167
The outlet spout from the water pump to the bottom radiator hose is in the way. Can't fit a 1/4" socket and universal joint or wobbly bit between them. Spanners (including offset) don't work due to the tight space and exhaust manifold above. Access from under doesn't seem feasible due to all the pipes in the way.
I ended up fitting the 1/4" socket on, holding the 1/4" extension in a bit at am angle and a 1/2" ratchet with adapters to undo it. Not pretty.
152168
I realise that I could remove the back off the water pump, but that involves first removing the centrifugal oil filter housing etc. which starts to defeat the purpose of removing the accessories bracket option...
Have I missed something or does anyone have a better solution?
152167
The outlet spout from the water pump to the bottom radiator hose is in the way. Can't fit a 1/4" socket and universal joint or wobbly bit between them. Spanners (including offset) don't work due to the tight space and exhaust manifold above. Access from under doesn't seem feasible due to all the pipes in the way.
I ended up fitting the 1/4" socket on, holding the 1/4" extension in a bit at am angle and a 1/2" ratchet with adapters to undo it. Not pretty.
152168
I realise that I could remove the back off the water pump, but that involves first removing the centrifugal oil filter housing etc. which starts to defeat the purpose of removing the accessories bracket option...
Have I missed something or does anyone have a better solution?