Removing fan clutch 1997 5.7L (belt driven)
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1997 Express 3500 5.7L
Before you read my explanation, I'd be interested to hear any suggestions anyone has for removing the fan clutch.
Like the title says I can't for the life of me get the fan clutch off. I have a manual from All Data, and the instructions say to spin counter-clockwise. I spin in that direction (facing the vehicle) and I can't get it off. I rented the removal tool, unscrewed 2 of the pulley bolts, and used a crowbar to wedge between them and hold the pulley in place while attempting to turn. It actually bent one of the screws from the force, but I think that's my fault for unscrewing it a bit too far. I'd appreciate any and all advice. Thanks a lot.
here are a couple picures:
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Before you read my explanation, I'd be interested to hear any suggestions anyone has for removing the fan clutch.
Like the title says I can't for the life of me get the fan clutch off. I have a manual from All Data, and the instructions say to spin counter-clockwise. I spin in that direction (facing the vehicle) and I can't get it off. I rented the removal tool, unscrewed 2 of the pulley bolts, and used a crowbar to wedge between them and hold the pulley in place while attempting to turn. It actually bent one of the screws from the force, but I think that's my fault for unscrewing it a bit too far. I'd appreciate any and all advice. Thanks a lot.
here are a couple picures:
![Name: 3TWcp.jpg
Views: 452
Size: 52.3 KB](https://chevroletforum.com/forum/attachments/express-savana-g-series-vans-30/18636d1683062621-removing-fan-clutch-1997-5-7l-belt-driven-3twcp.jpg)
![Removing fan clutch 1997 5.7L (belt driven)-px0x0.jpg](https://chevroletforum.com/forum/attachments/express-savana-g-series-vans-30/18637d1683062621t-removing-fan-clutch-1997-5-7l-belt-driven-px0x0.jpg)
Last edited by pancho88; July 6th, 2012 at 9:59 PM. Reason: Added pictures
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