Jon Dor

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Does anyone know where I can get the special tool to remove the VCF please?
My usual mechanic can't replace pump for a week and I need to get it done ASAP, so DIY time!
Cheers,
Mike
 
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I use mole grips on mine and a long screwdriver on the bolt head to stop the pump turning. Dead easy
Undo the normal way
 
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Never needed to use any other tool apart from the spanner.

Put the spanner on the nut and give it a swift clout with a hammer ;)

I have. I had a hell of a job the first time I took mine off. After that some copraslip and just nipping it up worked nicely.

Diesel is reverse thread. Petrol is normal.
 
Hi Mike I have a piece of flat bar about 12" long 1" wide and about 3/8 thick When I've come across a stubbon one a belt with lump hammer with bar on nut and bang , always worked for me. Shock loosens it then use the spanner. As said coppaslip and just nip up when refitting
 
Hi,

So I think I'm about to attempt this to replace the coolant hoses, thermostat and water pump on a '97 Gems 4.6.
Will go and consult RAVE but the wee tricksy nut holder that RSW Chap used in his vid looked pretty handy, Does anyone have a source (or know the right size) for one of these ? -or is it really a waste of money and I just need the 36mm Spanner from Halfords ?

and again, for the specially confused, its petrol, so standing facing the windscreen I should turn it to my Right ? (effectively anti-clockwise / normal for the bolt)

Thanks again !

Bob
 
There's 2 nut sizes for the viscous to water pump. I use mole grips no problem (and a screwdriver to stop the pump turning)

You undo the normal way
 
Hi Mike I have a piece of flat bar about 12" long 1" wide and about 3/8 thick When I've come across a stubbon one a belt with lump hammer with bar on nut and bang , always worked for me. Shock loosens it then use the spanner. As said coppaslip and just nip up when refitting
Just saw this John! Job sorted last month by local, trusted mechanic. Cheers matey!
 

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