On Wed, 03 Nov 2004 12:45:43 -0600, Tony >
wrote:

>This is an I5? yes?
>
>The screwdriver through the cam sprocket is a VERY high risk approach. (Belt can
>break and bend valves > pull head)

That's only for loosening the cam sprocket bolt AFTER the crankshaft
bolt has been loosened.

>Another high risk idea is a screwdriver in the timing hole to hold the flywheel
>teeth. (Break teeth > pull the trans)
>
>Some make their own tool for holding the crank. Others have had success by
>wrapping a strong rope around the dampener pulley.
>
>I recommend buying the TB kit from one of the on-line sources like
>Blaufergnugen. When you buy from them you can rent the tools for about $30 and
>return when done. They do ask for a BIG deposit until returned but you can trust
>that they will credit it when returned.
>
>John Prendergast wrote:
>> On Wed, 03 Nov 2004 03:59:58 GMT, "~ ElektraMan ~" >
>> wrote:
>>
>>
>>>Hi,
>>>
>>>I'm about to take on the job of changing my timing belt on my 100. In my
>>>research of the job I understand there are 2 special tools available, but
>>>hey are Over $150 !
>>>
>>>Tools #'s 2079 & 2084
>>>
>>>They are used for removal of crankshaft pulley and crankshaft bolt.
>>>Anyone know where to buy these at a reasonable price? Or are there
>>>improvised tools you can use instead?
>>
>>
>> I got my 2084 from Zelenda Automotive in Forest Hills, NY
>> (718) 896-2288 or (888) 892-8348. Sometimes they show up on ebay.
>>
>> That's really all you need, and it can even be done without that. The
>> other one is, if I recall, just a torque magnifier. You can achieve
>> the same result with a breaker bar and extension.
>>
>> To lock the camshaft sprocket, put a large screwdriver through the
>> lifting eye and one of the camshaft sprocket holes.
>>