stuck woodruff key on crankshaft

1995 HONDA ACCORD
170,000 MILES • 2.2L • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RICK DAVIS
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Could you give me some advice on what is the best way to remove a stuck Woodruff key on the crankshaft? My vice grips lock down tightly but eventually slip off every time.
Sep 25, 2016 at 4:53 AM
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if there is no silicone holding it or some other sealer tap on one end and that should loosen it if it is a half round key, if square on bottom then take a small chisel and tap end so it should move out of hole.
Sep 25, 2016 at 8:23 AM
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