I have a non Vincent engine with a large fly wheel on a taper its been there for circa 35 years at least. The securing nut was loose when I removed it and so the flywheel was obviously secure in use without the nut (there is a woodruff key involved according to the parts list). So far the flywheel has resisted all attempts to remove it. and that includes extractors with 6 fixing points and 3/4" central extractor and a rattle gun. (I have run through the gamut of fluids sharp taps and leaving overnight)
It is the mass of the flywheel that has prevented me applying a lot of heat, I am now wondering whether locktite is playing a part in the scenario (Ahgh!) what loctites were available in the mid eighties? and what temperature do they need to cook and loose their hold?
It is the mass of the flywheel that has prevented me applying a lot of heat, I am now wondering whether locktite is playing a part in the scenario (Ahgh!) what loctites were available in the mid eighties? and what temperature do they need to cook and loose their hold?