> Having done the engine removal both ways I can attest that pulling the
> engine and trans with a hoist is much easier. If you have a hoist and
> just pull
> the engine you are a glutton for punishment.
I guess I must be a glutton for punishment then. Or a ruddy genius or
somthin. I, too, have pulled the engine with and without the trans. I Much
prefer leaving the trans in place. Yes, I suppose you can't get an air
ratchet onto the engine to trans bolts that way, but I had no trouble
getting to any of the bolts. Keep your options open. I don't think it gets a
whole lot easier than unbolt, slide out, change clutch, slide back in, bolt
it back up. No, I don't rival Frank's times, but then I am not usually in a
hurry and I don't have to "fix it like you stole it" ;-)
David Lieb
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