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Old Mar 12, 2010 | 08:39 PM
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whats the best way to remove the engine from the car when doing it in your own garage without a lift. (In my house garage not shop)
If any one has done this alittle info plz and if anyone has pics or links would be great also
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Old Mar 12, 2010 | 08:41 PM
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If only there were a C5 section
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Old Mar 12, 2010 | 08:44 PM
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do you have a come-along or chainfall?
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I have a come-along and a engine hoist.
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im sorry ment to post this in the c5 section
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Pull it from the top of the car I would assume. I know it's a pain in the butt for LS1 F bodies where the car has to be lifted off the engine. I'm sure some have found ways around that but my god I'd hate to have to go through that.
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