In the middle of replacing my clutch. My 4runner has 133K, As there has been little off roading or abuse .. clutch had norma wear. So the Flywheel looks fine, and I didn't have luck breaking those bolts loose without Impact wrench.

My 3 options.

1. remount the new clutch & not resurface flywheel (i've read sanding is in option) -gamble

2. buy or rent impact wrench

3. Keep trying to leverage my 1/2" breaker bar to get it loose.

Thanks to anyone with suggestions.

 

Any recommendations for a Impact wrench? air or electric!?! thanks

 

Save your money...for now. Hit 'em with a torch first. Some dumbass probably used red loctite on 'em. Get 'em hot enough, they'll come right out.

 

Well I went and spent money and ended up with a used Snap On IM31 from the pawn shop. w$150 with guarantee Expensive yes, but 1/3 the price of new & BAM this thing is a keeper now thinking I will pair it with an onboard compressor for my expedition build.

 

So...it worked? You busted them loose with it? Was I right about the red loctite?

 

Yes it worked easily. & no red loctite, this is the stock clutch I'm replacing.