I have a 1961 261. The 1960 261 shop manual shows the first picture which I assume has a large bolt screwed in and, when the bolt meets the crank (or gear?), continued turning backs the balancer out.

My balancer (2nd picture) is different and I assume it needs the puller as shown in my 1948 shop manual. Perhaps the engine builder used an old-style balancer.

So, I need the puller, right? Do you think the removal can be done while in the truck. I want to start the 261 w/o the balancer to see if a bad noise goes away.

Edit. That frame piece is arced up. It's screaming "Pull me now."

Thanks!!
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Last edited by Wally / Montana; 08/10/2020 10:49 PM.
1948 3/4-Ton 5-Window Flatbed Chevrolet

34 Years. Now with a '61 261, 848 head, Rochester Monojet carb, SM420 4-speed, 4.10 rear, dual reservoir MC, Bendix up front, 235/85R16 tires, 12-volt w/alternator, electric wipers and a modern radio in the glove box.