timing belt job - crankshaft pulley holding tool?

[vanderwiel]

Turns out the runner needs a waterpump/timing belt job. According to the instructions included with my timing belt kit, I'll need a crankshaft pulley holding tool handle (09330-00021), crankshaft pulley holding tool (09213-54015), and a puller (09950-50010/09950-50012).

Does anyone know if there are cheaper alternatives available? The shop that diagnosed it charges $90/hr (has the tools), but my mechanic charges $20/hr and said if I can get the tools he can do it.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

 

[nissanh]

Here it is: http://www.toyota-4runner.org/3rd-gen-t4rs/160951-crank-bolt-tightening.html
It is in the 2nd picture.
Home depot has everything you need for about $20.

Make sure to use OEM parts (specially oil seals "made by NOK", AISIN for water pump and KOYO or Nachi for bearings.

 

[ZionXIX]

Use the search bar at the top and type in things like "timing belt change" or "Crank bolt removal". I have seen at least 6 different DIY tools made on the cheap for doing this job. Have fun.

 

[alumarine]

Crankshaft and Camshaft Bolt Removal Tool - YotaTech Forums

 

[vanderwiel]

I'm curious if something like one of these would do the job:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/..._F3Je-oVZrkLieu1Htnll-XJkMuM1Yv1toaAlVt8P8HAQ

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-4754-Uni...unner&keywords=crankshaft+pulley+holding+tool

 

[jkoni426]

I have the one you linked from amazon, it worked. No complaints.

 

[shootmymime]

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0051XDBBG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[stir_fry_boy]

Chain wrench is the answer. Chain Wrench

Can be used on many vehicles, many different pulleys. The other tools only work for the 5VZ.

 

[alumarine]

Chain wrench is the answer. Chain Wrench

Can be used on many vehicles, many different pulleys. The other tools only work for the 5VZ.

How do you accurately torque it back on using a chain wrench to hold it?

 

[Rock_Rat]

Good information in the Tutorials and Documentation Section and the Google Search Feature

Timing Belt Tutorials and FAQ's

 

[stir_fry_boy]

How do you accurately torque it back on using a chain wrench to hold it?

Use a torque wrench to tighten the crank bolt with the chain wrench wrapped around the crank pulley with rags to protect it. This is how the Toyota techs do it. Same with cam pulleys.

 

[JRZEE2000TR4LTD]

Love my chain wench! I used the old timing belt to protect the pulleys

 

[stir_fry_boy]

Love my chain wench! I used the old timing belt to protect the pulleys

I just held my crank pulley still with the chain wrench, and with the old belt still tensioned cracked the cams loose. Or use the above method. Both work.

 

[ghostmoney]

I have done three timing belts in the last year and this is the tool I used to hold the crank. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B012UUE1DY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I used this to remove the cams to change cam seals
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VFPOF1E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I used this tool to remove the crank seal and cam seals
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FPYW4K/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I used this tool to remove harmonic balancer and crankshaft timing pulley to get to seal
https://www.amazon.com/HFS-Pcs-Harm...1472743035&sr=8-37&keywords=crankshaft+pulley
Using these tools made this job 10x easier than when I did the first one without them.

 

[diverscale]

Use a torque wrench to tighten the crank bolt with the chain wrench wrapped around the crank pulley with rags to protect it. This is how the Toyota techs do it. Same with cam pulleys.

I do have a chain wrench, but always have been afraid of scoring the pulley even by using rags with this method. Where do you suggest putting the chain? into the ''valley'' of the pulley (where the belts run), or on the top of one of the ''wall'' of the pulley (which separates each belt driveline and where a gouge should be less of a concern)? I'll probably try my chain wrench when I'll do this job.

 

[TheDurk]

I do have a chain wrench, but always have been afraid of scoring the pulley even by using rags with this method. Where do you suggest putting the chain? into the ''valley'' of the pulley (where the belts run), or on the top of one of the ''wall'' of the pulley (which separates each belt driveline)? I'll probably try my chain wrench when I'll do this job.

If I were doing it with a chain wrench, I'd use a piece of the old V-belt you just took off, cut it to length of one circumference, fix it around the pulley with a little duct tape and put the chain wrench on top of that...assuming you are doing your aux. belts. Me, I have a 2x4 rig that works great and cost me parts I had lying around.

 

[stir_fry_boy]

I do have a chain wrench, but always have been afraid of scoring the pulley even by using rags with this method. Where do you suggest putting the chain? into the ''valley'' of the pulley (where the belts run), or on the top of one of the ''wall'' of the pulley (which separates each belt driveline and where a gouge should be less of a concern)? I'll probably try my chain wrench when I'll do this job.

With rags, it won't damage the pulley. I just put the rags wrapped around the pulley, have a knife handy to cut a hole in them if needed for the breaker bar/torque wrench, and tighten/loosen the bolt. Can use your old timing belt, or what [MENTION=10169]TheDurk[/MENTION] does.

 

[4Runnermex]

Here's my way of easy crank bolt removal. You lay it against the frame and turn the truck and the bolt will break loose..




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