In a message dated 11/22/2007 11:27:37 A.M. Pacific Standard Time,
mgs@bonacker.us writes:
I
shouldn't
lift on the oil pan, but how about putting blocking under the front edge of
the oil pan or the belt pulley?
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You can safely jack under the oil pan as long as you use a heavy (at least
3/4" ply) piece of wood that goes all the way across the bottom - AND you make
sure you aren't trying to jack up an engine that is still attached when you
do it.
Best is of course to use an overhead engine hoist to take the weight. A
chain attached to a bolt in the front exhaust manifold bolt hole and at the
other
end to the ear for the alternator will work.
Personally, I'd opt for the wood under the pan method - if you are careful,
it works very well.
Bill S.
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