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Old 11th August 2021, 07:00   #19
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Originally Posted by handyjackdaniels View Post
... hope the marks i made on pulleys and rear covers line up and rear pulleys line up again after fitting tools ...
Hi Steve,

Just so that you're not taken by surprise, with the front locking tools fitted you'll more than likely find that the notches on the rear sprockets don't quite line up. Many people have found this (including myself). It appears to be a quirk of the engine design which has never been satisfactorily explained. Just keep calm and carry on!

After you've fitted and tensioned the front belt you will need to remove the flywheel/drive plate locking pin and turn the engine ever so slightly so that the rear sprocket notches do align in order to fit the removal tool.

I wouldn't return to this job until you're feeling 100 per cent though Steve. Wishing you well.

Simon
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