Re-installing damper on 383.

While working with my mentor at his home, on his Max Wedge back in the 60's, I had asked about the install tool.
He was quick to point out that many breeds, particularly the early 60's Chev 6 cyl, and the small V-8s didn't have a drilled and tapped crank snout, and no bolt was required. ( Which I found out later, first hand)
The recommended install was to pound the "pulley flange" on till seated.
My mentor also noted the thrust washer was supported by the heavily webbed rear block, as we're the GMs.
I've been tapping them on with a hammer and block till I could get the bolt started ever since.
The logic seemed infallable.