Is there a short nose crank locking tool

Technical Area Engine, Transmission, Exhaust etc
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  1. My model of MX-5 is: __1990 NA
  2. I’m based near: __Kent
  3. I’m looking for technical help or recommendations on: __A short nose crankshaft locking tool

Good morning

I’m about to perform a timing belt and water pump change on my short nose crank NA. Obviously I am nervous about the whole thing when it comes to torquing it back up as there is no hint of wobble at the moment and I want to keep it that way.

I’ve got the camshaft locking tool, but I also want to use a crank locking tool on this job. They’re easily available for long nose cranks, but I’m struggling to find one for short nose. Does anyone know of a short nose tool, or would a long nose tool work, eg using spacers. Apart from that I assume I’m into making one myself?

I am worried about getting the torque correct on this, just wondering if it is as critical as I’m thinking. Is it strictly as per the manual or do people add a little extra for this particular job?

Any advice greatly received.

Thank you

Graham

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If you contact the Club office, you can borrow a crank lock tool for the cost of the postage.