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Re: [Tigers] Dropping the engine

To: genepadgett@comcast.net
Subject: Re: [Tigers] Dropping the engine
From: Owain Lloyd <owain.lloyd@gmail.com>
Date: Sun, 27 Mar 2011 11:57:09 -0400
yes, steering column is ofter overlooked and it takes 30 seconds to loosen 3
bolts and pull it up.  make a lot things a whole lot easier.

On Sun, Mar 27, 2011 at 11:39 AM, <genepadgett@comcast.net> wrote:

> Jeff, Owain has already posted an excellent list.B B  Although you mention
> you
> are all done with the engine compartment, I just wanted to remind you about
> the oil pressure line that runs from the front of the block driver's side
> to
> your gauge in the dash.B B  Sometimes easily overlooked.
>
>
>
> Also, I understand some people say remove the oil dipstick and tube for
> additional working clearance on the passenger side and disconnect the
> steering
> column on the driver's side from its mount and wire tie it to the side for
> much the same reason.
>
>
>
> Best regards,B  Gene
>
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jeff Holt" <jeff.holt7@gmail.com>
> To: tigers@autox.team.net
> Sent: Sunday, March 27, 2011 9:03:20 AM
> Subject: [Tigers] Dropping the engine
>
> I decided to take the engine out from the bottom. I made a very nice low
> and
> long dolly. I took out the radiator, carb and I think I'm all done in the
> engine compartment. Pulled off the front wheels and crossmember (which I
> have
> to do anyway, since I don't like the look of the LAT mags the car had.)
>
> Now, can folks help me with a list of what to disconnect underneath and on
> the
> transmission end? Fluids are out, too.
>
> What is the support brace called that is just in front of the X frame?
>
> Thanks,
> Jeff Holt
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