Shade tree methods for removing famous crankshaft bolt

[Sdbigelow@aol.com]

In a message dated 97-03-06 01:26:19 EST, David wrote:

<< From: Steve Valin wrote:
 
 > remove one of the spark plugs
 > move the engine so that the piston in this cyl is at the bottom
 > insert clean beefy cotton rope in cyl.  attempt to shove in as much as
possible
  > as you attempt to loosen the bolt, the piston will compress the rope and 
 > eventually come to a stop.  This will hold the crankshaft in place.  
  > I make no guarantees...
  > -steve
  Geez, talk about a high risk approach!!!!  Sorry but IMO you must be
 crazy to take this approach.
  >>

Just make sure that cylinder has its valves closed, and you'll be fine.  And
be sure to leave a little rope out the plug hole for removal.

David, why do you think this is so risky?

Steve Bigelow
Ottawa ON