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Old 07-11-2019, 11:25 AM   #10
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Default Re: crank shaft housing stripped can't align nut to dimple to time car

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The nut portion of the fastener which forms the "ratchet-nut" is a 1-1/2" size. You could try a deep socket with a breaker bar to turn the engine in direction of rotation.
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The ratchet nut is 1⅜" but yes you may be able to use a short socket and breaker bar.
There seems to be a multitude of sizes, the ratchet nut on my '31 is 1-1/4"
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