[SVX ROO]

Thanks guys for the ideas. The general reply is use more power!! I like Subafreaks bumping the motor trick; I'm not sure I'm brave enough but I will use it if all is clear and other techniques fail. Obvoiusly I will check motor rotation first!!!

I was preparing to make my own tool similar to the factory one which is NLA (our favorite acronym! right?).

Now I will buy a long breaker bar and the correct 6 point socket. I tried a "strap wrench" but it was too wimpy. I'll upgrade that tool too. With two SVX's and both due for timing belts the investment is worth it.
SVXROO