SVT revival thread!

[SVT_Power]

Okay so I have no engine hoist

So do I:

1. Use the lift to act as an engine hoist and drop the engine
2. Use the lift to act as an engine hoist and pull the engine
3. Start taking stuff off the top and pull the block in the end

#1 is what it says in the service manual
#2 seems the most convenient although might cause headaches because there's so little room
#3 is probably the best learning experience

[The Pirate]

[Eye of the Tiger]

4. rent a hoist

[Rupert]

Rent a hoist.

[Secret Chimp]

In FWD cars it seems like most people get the car waaaaaay the fuck up in the air and then drop the engine through the bottom.

[The Pirate]

In FWD cars it seems like most people get the car waaaaaay the fuck up in the air and then drop the engine through the bottom.

On that note, you'd want to be careful, but you could possibly use a motorcycle jack to support the engine as it's being pulled out of the car.

[Laconian]

Are you doing the entire swap yourself?

[Byteme]

Depends on what you are working on.  On some cars it makes sense to drop the engine, in others it's better to pull it out the top.

[Submariner]

Why are you doing this?

[Eye of the Tiger]

Swift engine was best pulled from the top with the transaxle. Contour engine I'm not sure, but I think the procedures I sent him said to separate the engine from the trans and pull it out the top?

[Eye of the Tiger]

No, nevermind, this is what it says

"Lower the engine/transaxle assembly from the vehicle, =r raise the vehicle over the assembly."

So, all you need is a few jacks and a frame life - no engine hoist required.

[S204STi]

The typical service proceedure for this vehicle would be to drop the engine cradle with the engine and transmission together and lift the vehicle out of the way.  This is something you need a lift for.  You could use jack stands to support the engine cradle rather than the special tool that Ford recommends. 

(Basically what I would do is disconnect everything from the engine/transmission, figure on also removing the CV axles from the wheel bearings, remove brake calipers and hang them on the body somewhere under the wheel well, disconnect steering shaft under the dash, etc. etc. etc., lower vehicle so that jackstands are supporting subframe, unbolt subframe, lift vehicle away from subframe).

[S204STi]

You will eventually need an engine hoist however to lift the engine from the subframe and install the new/used one.

[Eye of the Tiger]

You will eventually need an engine hoist however to lift the engine from the subframe and install the new/used one.

Ya, engines are heavy, even with 3 people to pick it up. And maneuvering it around to line it back up with the trans is a big enough pain in the ass without having to worry about carrying all the weight of the engine yourself.

[FoMoJo]

I've removed engines with a couple of double pulleys (block and tackle) supported by a beam in the garage.  Just lift the engine up and push the car back.  Get a 4 wheel dolley to set the engine on and you can do it by yourself; providing you've got a handy beam to attach the block and tackle to.

[the Teuton]

Renting a cherry picker from an auto store isn't that expensive and it's usually partially if not completely refundable.

[Byteme]

I've removed engines with a couple of double pulleys (block and tackle) supported by a beam in the garage.  Just lift the engine up and push the car back.  Get a 4 wheel dolley to set the engine on and you can do it by yourself; providing you've got a handy beam to attach the block and tackle to.

I've done that myself with some lumber and a chain hoist.  Built an a-frame structure to which I attached the chain hoist.

I suppose buying an engine hoist is out of the question?  See:
http://www.bizrate.com/automotiverepairtools/products__keyword--engine+hoist.html

You might want to check pawn shops or craig's list for a used one.  Think about investing in an engine leveler as well.

[FoMoJo]

I've done that myself with some lumber and a chain hoist.  Built an a-frame structure to which I attached the chain hoist.

I suppose buying an engine hoist is out of the question?  See:
http://www.bizrate.com/automotiverepairtools/products__keyword--engine+hoist.html

You might want to check pawn shops or craig's list for a used one.  Think about investing in an engine leveler as well.

They're pretty cheap today compared to years ago.  Once I start my project I plan on getting a few helpful items; including an Autotwirler.

[280Z Turbo]

YOU NEED THIS:

http://www.amazon.com/Contour-Mercury-Mystique-Haynes-Repair/dp/1563923998/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1237324998&sr=8-5

[SVT_Power]

we're trying to avoid having to discharge the A/C so we're gonna pull it up through the top

[SVT_Power]

update for the night:

not too much progress got about 1/4 through the process according to the service manual

[Eye of the Tiger]

we're trying to avoid having to discharge the A/C so we're gonna pull it up through the top

wat

[280Z Turbo]

wat

The compressor is probably bolted to the bottom of the block.

[S204STi]

I suppose that could work.  Could also just unbolt the compressor from the block and let it sit off the the side...

[280Z Turbo]

It worked when I swapped the motor on the Z.

[SVT_Power]

4 bolts holding transaxle and engine together. those out tmr morning and then engine out as well

[SVT_Power]

oh and i just zip tied the A/C compressor onto the side without taking anything off

[Raza]

This is a long time coming.  Good luck, Ed.

[S204STi]

oh and i just zip tied the A/C compressor onto the side without taking anything off

That's the spirit.

[Laconian]

status?