Yes, this is EXACTLY the procedure I've used for many engine remove/install
cycles (the load leveler on the hoist makes the task quite
simple)....HOWEVER, I just (4 hrs ago) had a major accident (please read and
respond to my plea for help locating some new studs)...
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BJ8
-----Original Message-----
From: healeys-bounces@autox.team.net [mailto:healeys-bounces@autox.team.net]
On Behalf Of andy pole
Sent: Sunday, August 09, 2009 7:26 PM
To: fsufan1952@yahoo.com; healeys@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: [Healeys] 6 cyl + trans lift point
Don
Just use the valve cover studs, heres my lift into my bj8:
http://www.austin-healey3000.com/thebigliftengine.htm
it went a lot easier than I thought it would be, with the help of a load
leveller attached to the hoist, just make sure the hoist can lift 320kgs.
The
awkward bit is adjusting the angle, dropping the engine a couple of inches,
then rolling the car forward 2 inches using the front tyre to move, then
keep
repeating, its also easier with both engine mounts off. Ideally you need 2
people, one to guide the gearbox and stop it rotating, the other to operate
the hoist and move the car. I got my wife to just check the clearance on the
steering column as it went further in.
It was easy to align and mate the gearbox out of the car so I reccomend this
way.
Will not be on the list tomorrow, as wife is being induced and have to go
back
first thing in the morning!
cheers Andy
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