crank pulley bolt came loose.

1997 HONDA ACCORD
99,000 MILES
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STUART SMALLWOOD
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I had the crank pulley replaced. The man torqued it to 180 lbs. 3 months later it was wobbling and the two belts came off. Why do think it came loose?
Jun 26, 2012 at 5:41 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Did he use any thread locking compound, always good insurance to use this as well.
Jun 26, 2012 at 5:44 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Mark-Maybe the torque wrench is out of calibration
Jun 26, 2012 at 5:47 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Uncle, even at that torque close would be ok, a bit of long term vibration and no locking compound would be my thought.
Jun 26, 2012 at 5:49 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Totally agree Dundee-You have a great down under day-later bloke
Jun 26, 2012 at 5:57 PM
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