Engine install

cribbs74 · Post by **cribbs74** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 7:56 am

I plan on installing my engine back into my frame real soon and I was wondering if there was a trick to it so I don't scratch up my freshly painted frame. I pulled it by myself and I know it made contact a few times coming out. I can always have a buddy come over and help, it's just I had to wrestle to get it out and I can't see it going in any easier.

ggray · Post by **ggray** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 9:29 am

I just did the same thing and here's what I did to prevent scratching the frame.

I wrapped thin bubble wrap around the frame tubing and used masking tape to keep it in place.

You'll also find it easier to remove the exhaust studs so you won't have to cock the engine to clear the front down tube.

It also helped having three of us to do the job. Two people lifting the engine and one to get the motor mount bolts started. Attach the upper rear bolts and the top hanger bolt(the one that contains the condenser) first. You can add the lower long bolt and the two lower rear bolts later.

Hope that helps.

Gary

cribbs74 · Post by **cribbs74** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 4:22 pm

ggray,

I was thinking the same thing, except I was going to use rags. I was wondering if that was the best way to go, If it worked well for you I will give it a shot. Little wary with removing the exhaust studs. I already have one to repair already. I have a set of super hardened drill bits coming soon to take care of that........................ Thanks again

Superchicken · Post by **Superchicken** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 6:09 pm

Here's an idea, lie the engine on it's side, then bring the much lighter frame to it

305racer · Post by **305racer** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 7:15 pm

Another thing that works nice is pipe insulation. Its that soft foam tubing that has a split for sliding over pipes and insulating them. The split will normally have adhesive on it so it wrapps completly around the tube and not come off easily when sliding the engine in.

LOUD MOUSE · Post by **LOUD MOUSE** » Fri Sep 21, 2007 10:08 pm

I use the plastic tubes golfers have in their club bag.
I cut to length and split it then slip it on the frame. It's thin and hard and the engine doesn't snag on it like when I used rags and tape. Haven't had a scratch since I started to use it. ...............lm

305racer wrote:Another thing that works nice is pipe insulation. Its that soft foam tubing that has a split for sliding over pipes and insulating them. The split will normally have adhesive on it so it wrapps completly around the tube and not come off easily when sliding the engine in.

cribbs74 · Post by **cribbs74** » Sat Sep 22, 2007 11:26 am

Lot's of good ideas gents. Basically different variations of the same idea. I think I noted a hint of sarcasm in Superchickens post :) I guess I will see what materials I have on hand and go with that.

I wonder what my wife will say if I raid her golf bag?

Thanks,

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