Re: In-Car Rebuild

Posted by JeromeSolberg On 2020/10/12 20:38:44

Just as an update, I was able to pull the engine yesterday, and have taken the block (with the camshaft and crankshaft still installed) for evaluation.

I tried to take the engine out without the transmission, but I found that to be practically impossible. I couldn't figure out for the life of me how to reach some of those top bolts. But with the help of 2 friends, a "load-leveler", and a tranmission jack, was able to get the engine+tranmission out. We also had to take off the top radiator splash assembly and the radiator cradle. Could not figure out how to take the grille off without taking off both of the front wheels, which I didn't want to do. But by putting the transmission in a "sling" we were able to lever it up and over.

Someday I'll post some pictures of that operation, but have to get them off my phone.

One question: Since the engine is out I guess among other things one would want to replace the rear main seal? Is there a modern alternative to the rope seal? I've looked on this site but I haven't seen one. Is there a recommendation as to a rope seal source? I keep reading how the "modern rope seals are no good".