OK, I'll check that site shortly for manual information. I raised the front a little, turned the wheel to full stop last night and that's how I was able to access the compressor bolts, but, man...jsut barely. As far as being able to re install those bolts while holding the bracket and then the compressor...wow...I don't know...

Before I get to that point, though, here's what's going on. The balancer/pully finally came off with some 'gentle' uhhh persuation..but, the timing gear came with it. It took some work to get those two separated afterwards, too. Here's the problem. Through my own inexperience and haste, I completely lost the engine timing. The belt slipped and the the crank and cams have turned independently of one another. So, I lined up all the timing marks then installed the belt (the tensioner is still loose) and have been able to rotate the whole engine 8 revolutions of the crankshaft without a hitch. The marks remain timed correctly BUT...is it possible that one or both cams is out of phase? I'm reluctant to move forward. ANY insight would be helpful....


Mike
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