Section 2 Tools & Aids Special Tools You Can Make 2. Remove the studs of a Posi-Lock rod or grind off the aligning steps of a Command rod, so the joint surface is flat. Flywheel Holding Tool A flywheel holding tool can be made out of an old junk flywheel ring gear as shown in Figure 2-1, and used in place of a strap wrench. 3. Find a 1 in. long capscrew with the correct thread size to match the threads in the connecting rod. 1. Using an abrasive cut-off wheel, cut out a six tooth segment of the ring gear as shown. 4. Use a flat washer with the correct I.D. to slip on the capscrew and approximately 1” O.D. (Kohler Part No. 12 468 05-S) .
Assemble the capscrew and washer to the joint surface of the rod, as shown in Figure 2-2 . 2. Grind off any burrs or sharp edges. 3. Invert the segment and place it between the ignition bosses on the crankcase so that the tool teeth engage the flywheel ring gear teeth. The bosses will lock the tool and flywheel in position for loosening, tightening or removing with a puller. Figure 2-2. Rocker Arm/Crankshaft Tool. Figure 2-1. Flywheel Holding Tool. Rocker Arm/Crankshaft Tool A spanner wrench to lift the rocker arms or turn the crankshaft may be made out of an old junk connecting rod. 1. Find a used connecting rod from a 10 HP or larger engine. Remove and discard the rod cap. 2.4