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cruncher
10-24-2009, 12:41 PM
I was replacing a head gasket today and on of the waters for the head bolts fell down by the timing chain way down to the bottom of the engine.

How do I get it out? I really don't want to tear the whole thing apart. I was careful, the washer stuck to the bolt just long enough to pop off while removing it and fall down inside. :mad:

Any ideas?

Thanks,
jl

2003 Honda 400EX
honda400ex2003
10-24-2009, 01:17 PM
you could try a magnet and try to fish it out that way. it may take a while but you can probably get it out. good luck. steve
cruncher
10-24-2009, 01:32 PM
It went way down to the bottom. It had to bounce around to get there. I can't even see down there, and don't think I could get a magnet down.
honda400ex2003
10-24-2009, 01:37 PM
that sucks dude, good luck. steve
matt14c
10-24-2009, 02:59 PM
You wont have to tear all the way down just pull clutch cover off.
slightlybent47
10-24-2009, 08:48 PM
I hate it whin that happens.
Reminds me of the game plunk-O on the price is right. LOL!!!!

Sorry I can't help you but I know your kikking your self right now.
TRXRacer1
10-24-2009, 08:57 PM
Originally posted by matt14c
You wont have to tear all the way down just pull clutch cover off.

X2 :blah: