trouble removing viscous fan

[jemthetaxi]

hi, i'm having some trouble undoing the 8 mm hex bolt behind the viscous fan, so that i can remove the alternator. I need to know if it's normal or left hand thread. I'm not sure if i should be trying to turn it clockwise or anti clockwise. Many thanks

[dieselbundy@aol]

hi it is normal thread anti clockwise i did mine last week end you will also need some water pump pliers to hold the pulley while you undoo the hex nut hope this is of help;)

[jemthetaxi]

thanks for that. I can try again with a bit more force now.

[STEWY L]

thanks for that. I can try again with a bit more force now.
good luck,
may the force be with you:Blush2:
stewy.

[venetian-red]

It's the type of job that is known as "character building"!!!:biglaugh:

[tullyjoe]

I've got a set of filter pliers that are perfect

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Laser-Oil-filter-pliers-2920_W0QQitemZ260517462462QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Ha nd_Tools_Equipment?hash=item3ca80d01be

All the best

Joe

[pjm300]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Boa-Constrictor-160mm-Strap-Wrench_W0QQitemZ170427798199QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_ Hand_Tools_Equipment?hash=item27ae49d2b7

i used that, was great :D