Removing a pulley someone welded to engine crankshaft.

I am busy restoring a Kohler K301 and the previous owner was really damn smart, and he welded the pulley to the crankshaft. Why someone would do that is beyond me, there's always a better way to do it rather than welding.
I hope this video helps someone in a similar situation. The die grinder and a tungsten bit did a great job of removing the welding, allowing me to remove the welded pulley.
Stay tuned for the rest of the restoration, I am busy working hard on the engine and the video for you guys, as always thank you for your time, and stay safe!
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[@rudiberrange3387]

Goeie werk maat

[@robertmailhos8159]

That is the Dremel s big brother who in right mind would weld the pulllie to the crank shaft on that classic engine hopefully you can save the out put shaft on it oh I forgot your AJ restoration you've got a plan already in motion on fixing it duh 🙄

[@cuttwice3905]

Why would anybody consider deliberately ruining a machine that way without immediately rejecting it?

[@RestorationVideo]

geat video

[@Austeration]

*What a beast of a machine. Looks perfect for the job. I'm sure you will get a lot of use out of that one. After all these years I have never thought to use an impact drill to wind the puller up 👍*

[@montymc450]

One day you can make me a spit braai with one of those miniature Toyan engines

[@scottcates]

Nifty tool. I hear a bit of bearing rattle/chatter or brush chatter.

[@RachaelSA]

Ardendorffs must love you 😂 You wouldn't need to send stuff to engineering shop if you got one of those MAC AFRIC HQ500's they sell, with the lathe and mill in one.

[@mohabatkhanmalak1161]

At least for now that crank is saved. Good one.🐞

[@mastertech7104]

Nice save. Stay safe

[@improviseddiy]

Welding on machined shafts send chills down my spine. At least you managed to get the pulley off.

[@slimwantedman6694]

Good morning from Southeast South Dakota AJ

[@montymc450]

Surgeon skill. Well done.

[@jeffreyandreas7514]

That’s a nice tool and that carbide bit is awesome! Great job of fixing someone else’s bad idea!