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I do not see holes for the flywheel puller. How do I get the flywheel off the check/replace flywheel key?
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The best way to remove a flywheel is to use a torque wrench set to 50 ft-lbs. Most flywheels will come off with less torque than this.
Without a flywheel an engine loses part of the momentum that continues the motion of the crankshaft. You can easily run an engine without a flywheel because the crankshaft, itself, has enough momentum to keep the engine running, albeit at a higher minimum speed.
Flywheels also help keep your engine running smoothly even when torque varies during gear changes. Without the momentum of the flywheel, the engine would likely stall when engaging the clutch. This is because the engine speed would drop too quick without the angular momentum of the flywheel.
Replacing the flywheel as soon as you suspect any kind of problem is vital to protect other parts of your gearbox. This is a moderately difficult task. It should only be undertaken by reasonably experienced mechanics who understand the layout of the engine and the function of its component parts.
Without a flywheel an engine loses part of the momentum that continues the motion of the crankshaft. You can easily run an engine without a flywheel because the crankshaft, itself, has enough momentum to keep the engine running, albeit at a higher minimum speed.
The most general guide would be 18-20% loss manual, 20-22% loss auto, RWD.

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Often the spark plug is removed, the piston positioned to just before TDC, and a length of starter cord or rope fed into the cylinder. This allows the the clutch to be be removed without damaging the piston or cylinder.
1. Don’t put all of starter cord or rope into cylinder.
2. Ensure the piston is above the exhaust port.
3. The threads are often left handed.
HTH
Lou

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