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The use of a pulley can increase one's power but it can also be used to simply change the direction of the force you are applying. In order to increase the power a 'block and tackle' is normally used. See link.

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How do you improve a pulley's mechanical advantage?

To improve a pulley's mechanical advantage, you can add more pulleys to create a multiple pulley system. This arrangement increases the number of ropes supporting the load and reduces the amount of force required to lift the load. Another method is to use a pulley system with a smaller diameter pulley for the effort force and a larger diameter pulley for the load, which can also increase the mechanical advantage.


How does the use of a pulley affect the mechanical advantage in a system?

The use of a pulley increases the mechanical advantage in a system by reducing the amount of force needed to lift an object. This is achieved by distributing the weight of the object over multiple ropes and pulleys, making it easier to lift heavier loads.


Does the use of pulley inrease one power?

A pulley system can increase one's mechanical advantage by distributing the force needed to lift an object over multiple ropes and pulleys, making it easier to lift heavy objects. This can make it feel like you have increased power when using a pulley system compared to lifting the object directly.


How do you remove a pulley?

To remove a pulley, you typically need to use a pulley puller tool. First, release tension on the belt connected to the pulley. Then, follow the specific instructions for your vehicle or equipment to use the pulley puller to gently remove the pulley without damaging surrounding components.


Does a pulley use friction?

No, a pulley does not use friction. Pulleys are simple machines that use a wheel and axle to redirect the force applied to them. Friction is not necessary for a pulley to work properly.

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How do you remove the power steering pulley on a 355 Chevy?

That requires the use of a power steering pulley PULLER. ( A special tool ) The pulley is pressed on.


If you use a special puller to remove the power steering pulley on a 1990 Chevy silverado Do you use it to put it back on also?

It takes a different tool to press the pulley back on.


How do you improve a pulley's mechanical advantage?

To improve a pulley's mechanical advantage, you can add more pulleys to create a multiple pulley system. This arrangement increases the number of ropes supporting the load and reduces the amount of force required to lift the load. Another method is to use a pulley system with a smaller diameter pulley for the effort force and a larger diameter pulley for the load, which can also increase the mechanical advantage.


How do you use pulley for automobile?

pulley for what?


How do you remove the power steering pump on a 1994 Chevy Corsica?

Loosen, then remove the belt. Shine a light through one of the holes in the PS pulley and turn it slowly. You will see three bolts through the holes. Use a 13mm socket and a swivel to unscrew and remove these bolts. Lift the pump out of position and remove the hoses. Use a Power Steering Pulley Puller to remove the pulley. This puller grips the pulley by its center hub. Any other type of puller will destroy the pulley and then you will need a new pulley.


How does the use of a pulley affect the mechanical advantage in a system?

The use of a pulley increases the mechanical advantage in a system by reducing the amount of force needed to lift an object. This is achieved by distributing the weight of the object over multiple ropes and pulleys, making it easier to lift heavier loads.


What increase if you use more cells?

the power output increases


You rented power steering pulley tool not sure how to use it?

Go back to the rental company and ask advice.


How do you take off power steering tension pully?

I believe you are referring to the power steering pulley. The tensioner pulley is a different system altogether. You must, however, locate the tensioner pulley to remove the belt before you remove the power steering pulley.The tensioner pulley should be generally easy to access from the top of the engine bay. It is the only pulley that should be attached to an arm that is mounted somewhere close on the block. (with the engine running at idle, look for the pulley that appears to be bouncing up and down). Turn the engine off before next steps...Use a tensioner tool to move the tensioner pulley away from the belt. With tension removed from the belt, the belt should slide off of the pulleys. With the belt now removed, you will loosen the bolt that holds the power steering pulley in place.(Power steering pulley is located on the power steering gear box, locate this by finding the power steering fluid reservoir. The reservoir should sit directly above the gear box).Once the bolt is removed, the pulley should come off the shaft (with some force). You may have to use a pulley puller tool if it does not come off by hand.Installation is reverse of removal. Good luck.


What type of pulley can you use to change the direction of the effort force?

Fixed Pulley and Compound Pulley.


Does the use of pulley inrease one power?

A pulley system can increase one's mechanical advantage by distributing the force needed to lift an object over multiple ropes and pulleys, making it easier to lift heavy objects. This can make it feel like you have increased power when using a pulley system compared to lifting the object directly.


How do you remove a pulley?

To remove a pulley, you typically need to use a pulley puller tool. First, release tension on the belt connected to the pulley. Then, follow the specific instructions for your vehicle or equipment to use the pulley puller to gently remove the pulley without damaging surrounding components.