How To Remove A Stuck Clutch With An Air Hammer (PRO-TIP)

How to remove a stuck clutch with an air chisel hammer like a pro! Sometimes your centrifugal clutch is seized to a point where even a 2 or 3 jaw puller just won't remove it. Air hammers use air compression to work...stay tuned to see how the PROS handle a seized clutch...
In this video, Steve is working on the seized clutch of a plate compactor. You will need an air compressor in order to use an air chisel hammer. The air chisel hammer is a type of percussion tool basically like a mini jackhammer. See where Steve applies the pressure of the hammer so that no damage is caused to the clutch or engine and the clutch just pulls right off...
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[@charlievanor]

Just use an Allen bolt ( same thread ) and won't have to drill the original bolt. Great tip Steve.

[@edsyphan3425]

Hey, you beat me to it!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

WOW! Great idea! Thank You...

[@alankelley2676]

You both beat me to it , great video

[@bushmaster2936]

I do the same. Works fantastic and lasts forever !!

[@killer2600]

I love it when a plan comes together.

[@rebel390]

Oh yeah! I've used my air hammer to remove pulleys, clutches, brake drums, scratching mosquito bites, etc. Haha! Nice video my good man.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@virtualdent]

From the US I send love and support to my Canadian brother truckers/all Canadians

[@bob2161]

That was just too damn easy! I've spent 30 minutes and more doing what you just did in less than 5 seconds! Steve, I promise, everytime I use this technique in the future, I will say a blessing for you. Thank you so very much.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@arthuroconnor8474]

I was trying once to remove a stuck flywheel from a yanmar L100 and ended up using a light demo kango with a point chisel! Worked like a dream.

[@cliffpalermo]

Tinman saws was also struggling with a clutch. Hammer drill with hammer only will do the same for those without an air chisel / compressor

[@paulhare662]

Back in the 80s, I used to do amateur dentistry with a Chicago Pneumatic. That was easy. Chipping the 3/8 nuts that had rusted from a 9/16 wrench size down to a 7/16 size off of a small block Chevy exhaust manifold without boogering up the remaining 2 threads on the stud was a little more difficult. An amazing tool with uses limited only to a mechanics imagination.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@anthonypuccio9575]

I like the quick change on the air hammer. Them springs are a pain. I like the allen head idea below. I have a variety of bolts I saved from scrap machines and center drill them on my lathe then ground the bit to match. Works great. The beards looking good old man! 😁

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Tony! Thank You...

[@bubbaseth1]

Excellent video Steve! Times like that, impact is the ticket. With big gearboxes corroded to shafts for 30 years, I put a 3 jaw puller on it, heat the taper lock, then hit it with a sledge. Same idea, works awesome. We always win buddy! Heineken cheers on a Friday night!

[@waynemark93]

As always, a joy to watch you hammer stubborn engine parts into submission, Steve! Cheers!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jasontorrance7199]

Steve I want to thank you for all you do. I've been a mechanic for decades and decades...and still learning. Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the tips and tricks. I look forward to all your videos, keep'em coming, cheers!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks

[@nashguy207]

Thanks for the tip Steve. Hope your staying warm this winter!

[@johnsears3376]

Great tip for removing pulleys! The gear puller method works sometimes but there is no guarantee that something won’t bend or break. Great video!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@almclean4835]

Another good tip Steve. Big John did a cracking voice over for you

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Absolutely

[@adamchapman8632]

I’ve been watching your videos for years and even had my own small engine repair business for a while! Love your videos, and your teaching spirit!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kenbrown2808]

last time I used a jaw puller, I pulled a flange off a pulley. the rattle gun looks like a good option.

[@cheriebanks1434]

Priceless

[@dnorfleet4799]

Again, another awesome vid. Thank's Steve for sharing your wisdom.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@jeffpiatt3879]

Thumbs up! Steve, this method works just as well for engine flywheels as it does for clutches.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool!

[@kyabrammotors2125]

Fantastic Steve - thanks heaps. We have spent hours removing stuck clutches in the past.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it helped

[@williamjacobs236]

Another great video Steve . Learn something new today !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@watermanone7567]

Nice fix, they also make a tool that is similar to hammer and twist to loosen bolts and screws. Many thanks.

[@Jay_Ira]

I can confirm this worked like a charm. Took my flywheel right off no problems. Thanks Steve, I've fixed so much of my family's equipment this year thanks to your videos. I share them as often as I can. Keep up the great work my friend.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@tazmun]

Yup, he’s got this down exactly right! One main reason I’m commenting is I noticed the gun he’s using has a thumb screw adjustment for speed. Unfortunately a lot of these guns the only speed adjustment is in the trigger and they are too touchy to control properly. Unbelievably often times the better brand-name guns are the ones with the speed control only in the trigger. I’ve had a couple cheap cheap units that last forever and ever just keep some oil in them most of the tips were universal. With the thumbscrew you can dial these down to just a little bit and less is more with these guns if you don’t like breaking things. Even with the power dialed way down just barely buzzing it’s amazing how much power that still creates.

[@billstiles487]

I use the same method for removing stuck flywheels. Thanks for the tip!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Cool!

[@robertwilliams6288]

Wow thanks Steve great tip gonna save a lot of work getting things frozen on off.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@markinator8826]

That's is an awesome solution Steve, Glad Your Back!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@catchacow1927]

Great video Steve. Loving the new voice over man - what a voice 🔊

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you kindly

[@finnjohnson7022]

Superb Steve so simple when you know how

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@kbjerke]

Beauty tip! Thanks, Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@russellrobinson505]

👍Slick trick!!! Thanks Steve!!!👍😎

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@henryroesemann2235]

Steve never ceases to amaze me!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@MinnesotaisRust]

Done this a few times, works great!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Nice work!

[@wiuser1745]

Great Tip! There is always a right way to get things done. Cheers Steve 🍻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@rowdog6376]

I bought the same air hammer a year ago and fitted a needle scaler to it for arc welding slag. Great idea Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very cool!

[@tashagolden7748]

Wish I saw video before I did a snowblower engine swap. Pulley wouldn't budge and damaged it with a jaw puller expensive part ate into my profit. Will give it a try on another project. Thanks again steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@davidlang576]

Where have you been? Miss the shows!! Good tip.

[@richardnoggin1561]

Warsteiner Dunkel is a great beer. Good choice.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@gradymitch]

Just did this with electric hammer drill. I appreciate the video! Saved me a ton of time!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Excellent!

[@cliffordsandefur8982]

Great tip Steve. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Happy to help

[@wayneberry8703]

Great job Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@Turningwrenches85]

I have used a air hammer. But i like the tip on making a hole for the chisel tip to rest on . Good video Steve 🍺

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@deancarder5829]

Excellent tip! Thank you!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're welcome!

[@questionablequestion5524]

Wow! That’s amazing!!

[@drmautz]

Thanks once again, Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@richardstrada212]

Good job, Steve. Thanks for the tip.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@scavuman]

Very Useful Tip, Thanks, and Cheers !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@farmerbrown3768]

Always good to learn something new!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@bigolemike33]

That was just to easy Steve,,, You didn't even work up a sweat,,,No beer this time!! LoL

[@stevenchandler4218]

Good one Steve. Amazing what a little vibration will do. 👍👍👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

That's what she said.....LOL

[@stephenseiwert9672]

Love Love Love that tip!!!! I have fought this issue many times!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@markwatters6875]

Great tip and demonstration mate. Thanks for that.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@grahampickin4453]

Hi Steve, it’s not often I see something new but when I do it usually comes from you, I’m no longer working but still love your channel 👏👏👏👏👏

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jasonjaeger4860]

I think I’ll use that same idea when pulling spur gears from bad servo motors at work. Thank you once again. Awesome trick!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@samthompson1270]

You know you're a genius don't ya? That was an awesome tip Steve. Thanks for sharing.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@Willy12927]

As always, another great tip.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you liked it!

[@scottlovelady8950]

I’m telling ya as did in your other video thanks for reminding me of this I had forgotten Awesome!

[@TLMD]

Very nicely done Sir! I hope all is well with you and yours. Ole Klem does a great job with his voice too huh? I'm glad you are keeping the elderly employed.....lol

[@Big_Johns]

LoL... LMD I got your elderly right here!!! 🤣

[@RobertSilva-lc3yf]

Great tip Steve. Ive learned something new , thank you man.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@jamessullivan6985]

Love ya Steve!!!! Thanks again, I've learned something..........I'll pass it along.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Jim!

[@kieranhegarty3138]

Steve Fantastic sure saves a lot of time

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@rockdalejohn]

Great video. Been using that trick for years. Never thought of drilling bolt. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@r.lopakalee4007]

WTF?? THIS WORKS!! I spent multiple sessions with a puller, heat, spray. Listened to multiple people tell me their tricks. Watched this, got a air hammer and in 15 seconds it vibrated right off. I do think it's best the motor be free-floating on the table -- off the frame. Also, some clutches have set screws on the shaft.

[@Ruckster20]

Awesome trick Steve-O! Thanks for making this video!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@dennisjoiner3717]

Thank you Steve! What an awesome tip. Looking forward to trying that on the next electric PTO clutch that's stuck on a Cub Cadet, or an Exmark that I run into.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@spoonsworkz6489]

Sweet tip. And that new voice-over on the intro is very cool.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Hey, thanks!

[@jimg8218]

Great tip, CHEERS 😀

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JustinGH595]

This worked great, Thanks!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@kc751R]

Awesome video, Thanks for that!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you liked it!

[@HobbyMotorDK]

Warsteiner is great beer - and super cool tip. Thanks Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Claus!

[@walrod622]

That was great, will use that next time

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Have fun

[@BlairBuildersllc]

Thank you so much. That worked awesome .

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@aaronpowell4885]

Seems a heck of a lot easier and safer on bearings than a hammer and prybar👍 thanks for sharing!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@KentuckyFriedFixes]

Works like a charm! I think John Klem could probably smooth talk that clutch into coming off though.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@clarkfamilyvideo207]

Amazing! Thank you sir.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@lloydbaker7099]

Tool too cool great idea Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@markellis2675]

Dang.... smooth.

[@rollwithjoe]

That's awesome Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@g7mks383]

Thanks for that really great tip. Could you use an SDS drill set to vibrate. I haven't got a compressor.

[@sharbin1181]

Great tip! 👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks! 👍

[@Luv2flyMD]

Wow! Never seen that before and need to invest in this tool!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@rickhicks3477]

The best tools air hammer and smoke wrench. 👍👍

[@donandwendylaprise8267]

That is awsome idea, thanks Steve, take care be safe.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@josephrich6014]

Nice!! Great tip.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jerrygriswold5395]

I am impressed!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@letzrockitrite8469]

Steve's the MAN

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@benjaminchavez9039]

Like always steve great tip dude cheers 🥂

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@Robthebengalguy]

That was pretty slick the tricks of the trade

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@tinmanssaws]

Great video Steve!! I'm going to try that on a saw with a stuck flywheel!!

[@aaronpowell4885]

Got the notification earlier, gonna watch your video shortly!

[@bjmason3697]

Pretty neat little tool Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Agreed!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Thanks Steve. Cool tip indeed.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@jaycee1373]

Air hammer. Get you one. Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it. You made me laugh out loud when that pulley came off and you laughed! Great tip. Any small engine repair that miffs me, yours are the first videos I search.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Jay! Thank You...

[@corbettknowles9942]

Great video air hammer always been my friend it comes out the easy way or my way

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

It sure is

[@johnnyphillips9735]

Thanks for sharing Steve another good 👍idea

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@micanopykracker902]

Yes sir...great tool great tip👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks 👍

[@douglasjohnson8917]

It is about time you came back and shared you love of brew with us. I hope it was not I'll health that kept you off the channel hope you were enjoying family and friends over the holidays

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

Ok nice video mate love the new low voice steve

[@themowerman]

Yeah the old air hammers work well.. I have had to give them some heat too.. stay cool Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Mick! Thank You...

[@tkskagen]

Yea you're back!