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Garage Engine Swap: Top or Bottom
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '11
Garage Engine Swap: Top or Bottom
I already acquired an engine hoist to pull it out the top but someone suggested pulling it out the bottom. Which way have you guys done it?
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If you have a lift, it would seem easier to remove/replace it from the bottom. Unbolt the cradle, lift the car, slide cradle out--reassemble and reverse the process.
I can't imagine how you would remove it from the bottom w/o a lift though so I'm assuming that is part of that option.
I can't imagine how you would remove it from the bottom w/o a lift though so I'm assuming that is part of that option.
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My mechanic pulled my 07 from the top. He then pulled my 08 from the bottom. Said it usually depends on how he's feeling that day...
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St. Jude Donor '11
No lift but I've heard if you remove the radiator cradle then it's possible to slide it through there if jacked high enough on jack stands. I've already got the hoist so I will probably go from the top.
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I feel for you, as my (new!) car is in pieces as I do a cam swap and blower install in my garage. When you do the actual swap, please take pics and document, if you remember and have time.
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St. Jude Donor '13
Without a life, do it thru the top. I just removed one with a lift from the top last month. I am about to do mine, I will probably drop it out the bottom because I need to do other drivetrain work while I am at it. It is a little harder to pull from the top with a standard shift Vette. Just remember to lower the craddle when you are pulling out the top.
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Whenever possible, remove the engine from the bottom. Drastically less chance of damaging the vehicle during the job, and it's much easier.
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Did mine out the top without dropping the steering or cradle. Pulled the intake and the whole transaxle, torquetube too, so maybe that made it easier.
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Bill pulling the engine out is relatively easier than putting the long block back in with manifolds installed, turbos hanging and down pipes intact. It's a tight squeeze with TTiX. So practice now while you can!
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That is outstanding. Did you really have the cherry picker in the back though? It seems like the tunnel would get in the way but maybe the angle of the picture just makes it appear that way.Either way, well done.
