Detroit Diesel — Remove Blower Drive Support Assembly (8V-53)
Repair & overhaul
From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Procedure
- Remove blower, governor and drive support assembly from engine.
- Remove six bolts, lock washers, plain washers and one socket head bolt securing support to blower rear end plate.
- Tap each end of support with plastic hammer to loosen.
- Remove drive support assembly and gasket.
Tools required
- plastic hammer Amazon
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Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.