300tdi Crank pulley tool needed in Vic pls

[Cap]

Hi - my brother lives in Chelsea Vic and requires the tool to keep the D1 300tdi crank pulley in place whilst he torques the bolt to its high torque numbers plus 90 degrees.

Has anyone near him got the tool that he can borrow? He hasnt got access to making one himself, so any help/suggestions required?

Cheers,

Carlos

[towe0609]

I have one 125kms away in Moe ... will loan with a cash deposit to cover replacement inc delivery from UK - fully refundable with return of undamaged tool. Don't mean to be a dick about it, but they are expensive, and it's a long way to bring it back!

Similar to Crank Holding Tool for 300TDi Engine (https://www.dingocroft.co.uk/acatalog/Crank-Holding-Tool-for-300TDi-Engine-LRT_12_080.html)

[Cap]

Thanks for the offer mate, but its a bit too far for my bro. Anyway, he may end up getting one made (even a few at that price!!).

[andy5fish]

There are some more, err 'improvised', ways to lock the crank. On my auto I locked the torque converter with a long socket through the inspection plate (with help from Blknight). I've heard that a manual can be in gear and hard up against a stop (concrete wall or similar). Disclaimer - the torque is likely to be several hundred nm so whoever is doing it needs to be confident their chosen method is safe and effective.

[Tins]

There are some more, err 'improvised', ways to lock the crank.
.. Don’t use the locking pin from the timing kit!


Disclaimer - the torque is likely to be several hundred nm so whoever is doing it needs to be confident their chosen method is safe and effective.

You’ll also get a good idea of the clamping capabilities of the clutch.

[rar110]

I looked to buying making the same locking tool.

In retrospect, I wonder if a rattle gun would do the job.

[Andyducati]

Try MTHire in Thomastown. (mthire.com.au). Ive had tools from them when I did the chains and tensioners on my 5.0SC RR. They're really helpful and post out to you.