Pulling an Engine
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Pulling an Engine
I need to pull the engine in my 1977 vette. Is it easier to pull eng & trans togeather? I know in alot of regular cars it is but I have never pulled an engine out of a vette.I'm also thinking about going back with a transmission that has more than 3 speeds. What kinda problems am I looking at?
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From: Arlington texas
Yes it is easier to pull both at the same time. Do it from the side and best to have a helper. I did it by myself and it was a pain to work it out and watch everything at the same time. You will probably need to remove you radiator for the room needed.
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Lots of info on here about od transmission swaps. Look at bowtie overdrives website and you'll get some info and prices. Do a search here for lot's of other info on it.
Racer
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From: Fairmount IN
I am about to pull my motor out of my76 and I am wanting to keep the 4 speed trans and bellhousing in the car, will I have any problems with this removal and with the install how will it be mating them back up with the clutch on the motor to the trans?
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My $0.02 worth..
Removing the engine and tranny as a unit CAN be easier, but there are some things you can do ahead of time, that will make it successful. First, get the car up about another 6-8" off the ground (securely). The tranny has to pivot down, as the engine pivots up to clear the radiator support, so you'll need the extra room under the car for that to happen. It will also give you additional work room to un-hook the exhaust, fuel lines, battery cables, shift linkage, motor mounts, ground straps and radiator/heater hoses.
Get a bunch of old blankets, so you can spread them over the body of the car, and duct tape them in place. In fact, you might want one for yourself, to lie on under the car. Most importantly, go slowly and carefully. Most cars are metal, and will tolerate a little bumping and banging, as the drivetrain comes out. 'Vettes are a little more fragile...
Removing the engine and tranny as a unit CAN be easier, but there are some things you can do ahead of time, that will make it successful. First, get the car up about another 6-8" off the ground (securely). The tranny has to pivot down, as the engine pivots up to clear the radiator support, so you'll need the extra room under the car for that to happen. It will also give you additional work room to un-hook the exhaust, fuel lines, battery cables, shift linkage, motor mounts, ground straps and radiator/heater hoses.
Get a bunch of old blankets, so you can spread them over the body of the car, and duct tape them in place. In fact, you might want one for yourself, to lie on under the car. Most importantly, go slowly and carefully. Most cars are metal, and will tolerate a little bumping and banging, as the drivetrain comes out. 'Vettes are a little more fragile...
