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Re: Stubborn Woodruff Key

To: Edward Hamilton <hamilton@ptd.net>
Subject: Re: Stubborn Woodruff Key
From: "Dr. Faustus" <faustus@inconnect.com>
Date: Tue, 3 Aug 1999 11:03:27 -0600 (MDT)
On Tue, 3 Aug 1999, Edward Hamilton wrote:
> Well I've got the 1500 motor completely disassembled -- with the exception
> of removing the woodruff key that holds the sprocket on the end of the
> crankshaft.  Does someone have a helpful tip in removing this stubborn
> little piece?
I pulled mine off no problem with a pair of Diaginol Cutters (Wire
cutters).  Just squeeze and roll it out.  Don't worry about ruining the
key.  They are cheap and readily availible at decent automotive and
hardware stores.

Andy L.
'70 Spit


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