82 engine pull
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Heel & Toe
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82 engine pull
I am getting ready to pull the engine on a 82 dual crossfire corvette. I have pulled alot of engines in my time but never one from a corvette. Are there any tricks I should know about that someone could share? One thing I am concerned about is I will be using a cherry picker (shop crane) I am concerned about the length of the nose on the vette. Has anyone ever pulled one from the side and would this be easier ? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks
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Joined: Jun 2010
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From: Seattle WA
Probably silly of me to mention this but I just pulled the engine from my 1980 - don't forget to remove the hood. There is a youtube video of a guy pulling a corvette motor without doing so - and hitting the hood with the engine several times. On mine I was able to pull from the front (don't have room on the sides in my garage) without a problem - just anchor one end of your chain to an intake manifold bolt towards the front of the engine, and the other end of your chain to a manifold bolt towards the rear.
On the other hand if you're using a lift plate you'll have a hard time finding a shop crane with enough reach to life the engine from the front. I live in the Seattle area and I couldn't find one with a long enough arm anywhere around here, to use a lift plate.
On the other hand if you're using a lift plate you'll have a hard time finding a shop crane with enough reach to life the engine from the front. I live in the Seattle area and I couldn't find one with a long enough arm anywhere around here, to use a lift plate.
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Thanks for the replies. I started it today. The car did not get here until 5:30 so all I got done was removing the front tires,putting the front up on jack stands and some of the top wiring harness removed. If I run into a jamb,I'll be asking more questions. Thanks again!!!
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Heel & Toe
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Thats a good idea,I can't remember 5 minutes ago. I am switching it over to a 4 bbl carborator and putting it in my camaro. It should be alot simpler setup. I appreciate all the help you guys are giving me,I wish the people at the camaro forum were this helpful.
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