I'm thinking of getting an impact wrench (electric but not cordless)
in order to remove the flywheel (1987 Tercel, 3E engine) while
replacing my clutch.

[ The Haynes manual suggests sticking screwdriver b/n the ring gear and
[ starter teeth (to keep the flywheel from moving), and then using a
[ a breaker bar to loosen (and later tighten) the nuts... but that seems
[ risky to me -- might break the gear teeth. (Then again, I've never
[ replaced a clutch, so I'm overreacting...?)

Any suggestions on impact wrench types/brands?

Since I don't have an air compressor, it seems to make the most sense
to get an electric one (but not cordless), say in the 240 ft-lb range.

www.harborfreight.com has one for $50 (item: 45252-1VGA), but it
doesn't look like there's a way to vary the speed
==> it may twist the bolt head off (?)

Your thoughts?

Thanks in advance.
-Ted

Ted Johnson wrote:

You may be over-reacting. I've used an 18-24" breaker bar and extension
on all such nuts, using either the flywheel or a structural member as a
brace, never needed to use an impact wrench.

Otherwise,I'd strongly suggest an air compressor and a variable-torque
impact wrench.

good luck!
GTr


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Ted Johnson wrote:


Ted, I have a "Black and Decker" Bulldog and also a Central Tools from
Harbor freight. To tell you the truth, I cant see the difference between
the two. In fact, aprts are literally interchangeable. I've used the
heck out of it, none will vary in speed, let off before and you can bump
it then.

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When the transmission is off is a good time to replace the rear main seal.