Re: Motor/transmission removal and reinstall, 48 coupe

Posted by Fred Puhn On 2016/12/25 13:34:00

I have done much of what you are describing on my Series 23 sedan. One thing I forgot to do is check the water distribution tube inside the block. Apparently you remove the water pump and pull it out from the front. Also with the core plugs removed the rust and scale inside the block should be scraped, dug out, and removed. These things insure the engine will cool properly, along with a clean radiator and a new water pump.

Also check the cam to make sure it is straight and not worn down. A cam grinding business can help with this.

Surfacing the clutch and flywheel is easy at this time and very hard to do later. A new clutch disk and throw out bearing are in the same category.

I like Then and Now to rebuild fuel pumps. They are very fast and not expensive. Make sure your engine has the heat shield on it to fight vapor lock.