What is the weight of a 5 bearing engine anyway (including the gearbox + OD)?
Rene
On 16 January, 1999 8:16 AM, David Lynes [SMTP:cdlynes@bellsouth.net] wrote:
> Hi Neil
>
> Sounds like Barney answered the question about the copper sleeves...
>
> With the MG engines, I have always used nylon straps like a sling around the
> front and rear of the engine. I know many people bolt a chain to a convenient
> spot, but that never sat well with me, and with my nylon straps, I can adjust
> the angle easier.
>
> One bit of personal preference, the last time I took a B engine out without
>the
> gear box, I had a devil of a time getting it back in. I finally took out the
> transm and attached it to the engine, then the whole thing went in easily.
>After
> 4 hours of struggling (by myself too), I will never do it separately again.
>
> Good luck
>
> David Lynes, Woodstock, Georgia
> 73 Midget
> 75 MGB
>
> Neil Cotty wrote:
>
> > What should I use to hold the engine and where should I attach it?
> > A chain? A sling? I'm worried about a chain slipping as I have nowhere to
> > really attach it too. (I worry a lot because this is my first engine removal
> > by myself) I'm not taking the gearbox out. So please, any advice people?
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Neil.
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