Jon Dor

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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Henry_b said:
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 ;)
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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
 
Rubberknees said:
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
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Just saw this John! Job sorted last month by local, trusted mechanic. Cheers matey!
 
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