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Old 09-15-2010, 09:26 AM
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Default Vacuum Pump Removal
Hi Guys,

I'm aware that when removing a vacuum pump that 3 nuts will be easy to remove with the 4th being difficult .

Do I need to order a special tool or can anyone offer a good tip to get it done without buying a tool I'll use once ?

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Old 09-15-2010, 10:27 AM
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Yes, this tool makes it much easier...

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalo...nstalltool.php

but sometimes you can find a mechanic at the airport or an EAA chapter that has one that you can borrow.

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Old 09-15-2010, 01:57 PM
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Default Heat a cheap wrench cherry red.....
...and bend it to shape. Then use vice grips on the shank.

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