R53 Crankshaft pulley replacement

[Joe]

Hey guys, I'm currently mid motor swap and can't seem to budge this crankshaft pulley. I've used every puller available from napa, harbor freight, and sears. Help! Has anyone done a pulley swap or replacement? Does anyone have a tool I can rent? Thanks

[Brian0758]

hey Joe,

 

I used a cheap puller when I replaced mine but don't recall how hard it was to remove.

 

Here is an article from Pelican Parts that might help.

 

http://www.pelicanparts.com/techarticles/MINI/11-ENGINE-Crankshaft_Pulley_Replacement/11-ENGINE-Crankshaft_Pulley_Replacement.htm

[Joe]

Update! I was an idiot and was pressing on the inside of the pulley. I sank a bolt and voila, slipped right out. For future reference the upper motor mount bolt is a perfect fit and long enough for the puller to rest on. Cheers