Re: 1951 ultramatic removal

Posted by HH56 On 2012/1/9 15:38:25

Agree with O_D. The engine should not have to come out. I don't remember the top bolts being that big a problem but I think I might have been using a long extension and a universal socket.

I believe once the rear crossmember is removed and all is supported by a jack and block under the engine oil pan you can lower the rear of engine so tailshaft will drop down in the rear enough to clear the X. You do need to make sure nothing on engine or linkage touches the firewall when the engine is angled. Place the transmission jack, remove the remaining bolts and then all will slide back the couple of inches to have the converter clear the flex plate and then down.

The biggest issue I had was supporting the engine when trans was out. If you want to move the car, you have to clamp something to the frame rails and make a support. Otherwise it's a dedicated jack or blocks and nothing moves.