Removing Wrist Pins
#5
Re: Removing Wrist Pins
Originally Posted by DrSeuss
My engine builder uses liquid nitrogen to cool wrist pins. You can probably do the job at home, but you'll most likely damage a piston in the process.
#7
Re: Removing Wrist Pins
An electric rod heater is preferable. I took an engine building class and they had one similiar to this one:
http://www.windycityeng.com/index.php?id=35
http://www.windycityeng.com/index.php?id=35
#10
Re: Removing Wrist Pins
Originally Posted by slo_crx1
Hmm, that's a new one to me...I use a small propane torch to heat em up a little, and then press them out slowly in my press. I also made a special wooden holder to hold the piston in the right spot while I'm pressing to avoid scratching up the sides. Once they get warm enough they pretty much slide right out.